Business and Beyond with Gary Dick

Elevate Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Indiana, founded in 2011 by Governor Mitch Daniels. The firm focuses on nurturing high-growth companies, primarily in Indiana and the Midwest, with approximately $245 million in assets under management. Elevate Ventures has invested over $189 million in more than 600 startups, providing access to capital, business analysis, and advisory support.

The firm offers strategic capital investments ranging from $20,000 to $2 million per round, with the potential to invest up to $8 million in a single company. Elevate Ventures participates in early-stage funding rounds, often leading Seed rounds. It combines investment with mentorship, leveraging its team's entrepreneurial experience to support founders throughout their growth journey. Elevate Ventures also emphasizes collaboration with a network of co-investors and actively supports diverse founders through initiatives like RALLY, which connects stakeholders and enhances learning.

Elevate Ventures invests across various sectors, including Food & Agriculture, Biotech, Cybersecurity, and Life Sciences. The firm positions itself as a partner to innovative entrepreneurs and startups, driving economic growth and fostering entrepreneurship in Indiana and beyond.