Battle Born: A state-run venture capital program investing in high-growth Nevadan enterprises across diverse industries.
Founded
2013
Location
Las Vegas, NV, US
Battle Born Venture is a state-run venture capital program established under the Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) and funded by the US Treasury’s State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI). Its core mission is to support high-growth Nevadan enterprises by providing equity and equity-like investments, thereby encouraging local entrepreneurship. The program focuses on diverse industries including aerospace & defense, agriculture, energy, healthcare, IT, logistics & operations, manufacturing, mining, and tourism.
Notable affiliates include prestigious corporations and high-profile venture capital firms with which Battle Born has co-invested. The program has celebrated five successful exits, highlighting its impact on the local startup ecosystem. By enabling startups to secure funding within Nevada, Battle Born Venture has significantly contributed to the state's economic development and innovation landscape.