Illuminate Ventures

2010

Founded

56

Investments

United States

Offices

Venture Fund

Investor Type

About

Illuminate Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm focused exclusively on B2B/Enterprise cloud and mobile computing companies. Founded in 2010 and based in Oakland, California, the firm specializes in leading Series Seed investments, typically ranging from $1 to $4 million. Illuminate Ventures seeks innovative companies led by talented teams that leverage data and AI to drive meaningful ROI.

Their portfolio includes deep technology platforms like BrightEdge Technologies, SaaS applications such as Xactly Corporation, and early market innovators like Contentstack and Coupang. The firm's investment approach is thesis-based, grounded in relevant experience and research, and they pride themselves on being "doers" who actively support founders in building great companies. Illuminate Ventures has achieved multiple successful exits, including IPOs and acquisitions, and has been recognized for its unique approach to venture capital.

Portfolio Companies

BrightEdge Technologies, Xactly Corporation, Contentstack, Coupang, Pex, Allocadia, Opsmatic, WildPockets, Red Aril, Sense Platform

Gepgraphic Focus

United States

Key Differentiators

Thesis-based investment approach, Active support for founders, Focus on early-stage investments

Thypical Investment Size

$1 to $4 million

Total Funds Raised

Not publicly disclosed

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Creator Economy

Marketing (MarTech)

SaaS

Software

Big Data & Analytics

Enterprise

Oakland

Pre-Seed

Seed

Series A

United States