Ascend: A technology investment fund specializing in pre-seed stage in marketplace, consumer brands, ecommerce, and B2B software.
Location
Seattle, WA, US
Founded
2019
Ascend is a technology investment fund that focuses on pre-seed stage investments in marketplace, consumer brands, ecommerce, and B2B software sectors. The firm typically writes checks ranging from $250,000 to $750,000. Ascend's investment activities are geographically influenced by the broadcast range of the Seattle Mariners, reflecting a unique regional focus.
Key portfolio companies include A Kids Book About, Crowd Cow, and Wrench, among others. The firm is led by a small team including a notable Chief of Staff, Jen. Ascend's Limited Partners consist of a diverse group of technology leaders, financiers, and entrepreneurs. The firm emphasizes a hands-on investment philosophy and offers strategic guidance and support to its portfolio companies.
Ascend - Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages
