Next Level Ventures

2013

Founded

25

Investments

United States

Offices

Venture Fund

Investor Type

About

Next Level Ventures is a strategic investment firm based in Des Moines, Iowa, specializing in supporting companies that aim to scale rapidly from seed to growth stages. With over 20 years of experience, the firm has managed multiple funds and invested in more than 150 primary investments and 75 portfolio-led acquisitions. Their focus spans various sectors, including agriculture, banking, insurance, biosciences, advanced manufacturing, and information technology.

The firm typically invests between $0.5 million and $5 million for a minority ownership stake in companies with annual sales of at least $1 million. Beyond capital, Next Level Ventures offers management expertise and actively engages with portfolio companies, often serving on their boards. As a certified Iowa Innovation Fund, they play a significant role in contributing to the region's economic development.

Investment Stage

HQ Locations

Portfolio Companies

iotaMotion, Pitchly, OpenLoop, Gross-Wen Technologies, Dwolla, LenderClose, Vida Diagnostics, FarmlandFinder, MakuSafe, Metacommunications

Gepgraphic Focus

Iowa, United States

Key Differentiators

Active involvement in portfolio companies, Management expertise, Certified Iowa Innovation Fund

Thypical Investment Size

$0.5 million to $5 million

Total Funds Raised

$38.1 million

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CloudTech

SaaS

Software

HR Tech

Pre-Seed

Seed

Series A

United States