Divergent Investments

Divergent Investments is a venture capital firm dedicated to empowering innovative companies in the neurodiversity, healthtech, and edtech sectors. The firm partners with organizations that aim to create lasting societal impact through their products and services. By focusing on these areas, Divergent seeks to address pressing challenges and promote inclusivity and accessibility in various industries.

The firm's investment strategy involves providing early-stage funding, including pre-seed, seed, and Series A rounds, to companies that demonstrate potential for significant growth and positive societal impact. Divergent's approach emphasizes long-term partnerships with entrepreneurs who share a mission-driven vision. The firm is geographically agnostic but primarily focuses on opportunities within the United States.

Divergent Investments was launched in 2021 with an initial commitment of $10 million, primarily allocated towards neurodiversity-related investments. The firm is led by Amol Deshpande, CEO and Co-Founder of Farmers Business Network and a former partner at Kleiner Perkins. Under his leadership, Divergent aims to bring innovative solutions to market by supporting companies that align with its mission of fostering inclusivity and addressing societal challenges.