Geek Ventures

VC · New York (United States)

VC

Seed

Series A

Cloud/SaaS

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Geek Ventures is a New York-based venture capital firm founded in 2021 by Ihar Mahaniok, an immigrant engineering leader with over 20 years of experience in software engineering and machine learning. The firm focuses on investing in visionary immigrant founders at the pre-seed and seed stages, aiming to bridge the gap between immigrant entrepreneurs and the U.S. venture capital ecosystem. In August 2023, Geek Ventures closed its inaugural fund, Geek Ventures Fund I, LP, with $23 million in capital commitments. This fund is dedicated to supporting pre-seed and seed stage technology startups that are driving innovation in global markets and the U.S. The firm's investors include well-established angel investors, entrepreneurs, CEOs, and institutions such as Adam Foroughi, CEO and founder of Applovin, Mikita Mikado and Sergey Barysiuk, founders of PandaDoc, and Decile Capital Premier Fund I. The firm has a strong portfolio, having invested in over 45 companies across various industries. Notable portfolio companies include: - Bowlton: Develops multi-cuisine machines capable of preparing salads and hot meals, enhancing efficiency in food preparation. - Skye: Offers a marketplace for connecting senior-level executives with coaches and mentors. - Jome: Provides an online platform for finding, comparing, and purchasing new construction homes. - FoodReady.ai: Delivers B2B SaaS solutions that digitize and automate food safety management and compliance. - ShapesXR: Offers a VR platform for real-time collaboration and content creation. Geek Ventures is currently raising its second fund, with $9 million raised so far, as indicated by a recent SEC filing. The firm continues to focus on investing in early-stage immigrant founders, particularly in sectors such as SaaS, hardware, and deep tech. ( The firm's office is located in New York City, and it maintains an active presence on social media platforms, including LinkedIn and Twitter.

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