Emerald Development Managers

Emerald Development Managers is an early-stage venture capital firm based in New York City, specializing in investing in exceptional scientific and engineering teams across various sectors, including life sciences, enterprise software, cybersecurity, industrial technology, and sustainability. Founded in 1994, the firm leverages decades-long relationships with academic research institutions, operating managers, incubators, and like-minded venture capitalists to source its deals. This extensive network enables Emerald to identify and support promising entrepreneurs who are solving real-world problems.

The firm's investment approach is characterized by a hands-on, patient strategy, providing not only capital but also critical thinking, financing expertise, and significant operational involvement to help companies achieve long-term success. Emerald's team shares insights and discipline informed by experience in the development, ownership, and operation of outstanding, high-value companies and projects. They focus on transformative technologies and are on the lookout for pioneers and trendsetters who have the creativity and technical know-how to bring their ideas to fruition.

Emerald's portfolio includes investments in life sciences, enterprise software, cybersecurity, industrial technology, and sustainability. Notable investments include Axis Security, a cloud security company; a health technology company and enterprise pharmacy platform; and a company providing revolutionary blood testing technology. The firm is committed to fostering sustainable growth and provides not only essential capital but also invaluable expertise and strategic guidance tailored to each startup’s unique needs. Through proactive engagement, Emerald Development Managers empowers entrepreneurs to turn their groundbreaking ideas into successful, scalable businesses.