We place bets on exceptional teams with unique superpowers.
We operate on the belief that together, we are better.
Founders Funding Founders.
Our reach extends far beyond capital, and our network includes far more than founders. We are an organization of operators, thinkers, executors, and change-makers aligned on a mission to move us one step closer to tomorrow’s world.
Our core beliefs
Founder-first
Our job as investors is to help the founders reach the finish line, and provide strategic guidance and support from the beginning to the exit.
Expansive networks breed brilliant and resilient teams
We rely on our network for the success of our fund and portfolio companies. We deeply believe that “it’s not about how much you know; it’s about who you know, and what you can accomplish together.”
At the core of every company are people
We believe that companies are ultimately collections of people—that is to say, the right people embracing the right resources at the right time have a better shot at success. Individuals alone have limitations, but a team with a strong vision and purpose is unstoppable when supported by the right collection of complementary and supplementary skills.
Success begets success
Amazing individuals have a track record of excelling in any environment. We believe that someone’s past achievements are likely to be an indicator of their future successes, and those that embrace the guidance of others who have been down a similar path, will advance quickly.
Failure is a great teacher
Life is a learning journey, a collection of experiences, some of which are mistakes. We strive to share our lessons learned with the leaders at our portfolio companies, and we provide a platform for them to share theirs with each other.
Love for the game
We believe that the best teams perform not only because they love crossing the finish line, but because they enjoy the journey to get there.
We expect our Fortify Ventures community to share in our passion for startups and see early-stage venture as a vehicle for shaping the future, falling in love with the problem rather than the solution.
