Madrona Ventures

Madrona Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Seattle, Washington, specializing in early-stage investments across various technology sectors. Founded in 1995, the firm has a strong presence in the Pacific Northwest, with a focus on companies in consumer internet, enterprise software, digital media, and artificial intelligence. Madrona's investment approach is hands-on, partnering closely with founders to build transformative businesses from the ground up.

The firm's investment strategy spans multiple stages, including seed, early, and acceleration stages, with a particular emphasis on pre-seed, seed, and Series A investments. Madrona's portfolio is diverse, encompassing sectors such as technology, healthcare, real estate, and financial services. The firm has a history of backing companies that leverage technology to solve complex problems, with notable investments in areas like artificial intelligence, devops, open source, and biotech.

Madrona Ventures has a track record of successful exits, including the sale of Lexion to DocuSign for $165 million and the acquisition of Octo AI by Nvidia for a reported $250 million. The firm's commitment to its portfolio companies is evident through its active involvement in strategic guidance, business development, and facilitating connections with potential customers and partners. Madrona's approach is rooted in a deep understanding of the Pacific Northwest ecosystem, allowing it to provide valuable insights and support to its portfolio companies as they scale and navigate the challenges of growth.