Armory Square Ventures (ASV) is a venture capital firm dedicated to fueling innovation in unexpected places, focusing on overlooked regions that were once home to the nation’s most resilient manufacturing centers and small businesses. The firm invests in ambitious and promising startups across all of New York State and in secondary markets across the Midwest. ASV partners early with exceptional entrepreneurs who are confronting and solving core business challenges by building world-class, technology-enabled startups.

As entrepreneurs themselves, they seek founders who are passionate about changing the world through new business. The firm provides founders with capital, active counsel, mentorship, and introductions to those in larger venture hubs, helping their companies grow. ASV identifies talent, partners, and investors to help young teams thrive, aiding them in their journeys and driving their regions forward.