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JC2 Ventures
AddedFeb 13, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
JC2 Ventures

JC2 Ventures

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JC2 Ventures: A global venture firm specializing in tech startups, led by John Chambers.

Location
Palo Alto, CA, US
Founded
2018
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JC2 Ventures is a global venture firm focused on investing in technology startups. Founded by John Chambers, former CEO of Cisco Systems, the firm leverages his extensive experience and network to support portfolio companies. JC2 Ventures typically invests in Series B and C rounds, with a particular interest in disruptive technologies and innovative business models.

The firm's portfolio includes notable companies such as Balbix, Nile, ParkourSC, Uniphore, and Virsec Systems. John Chambers brings valuable insights and leadership expertise to the startups JC2 Ventures supports, often sharing his knowledge through talks and podcasts on topics like digital transformation and emerging technologies. The firm's global approach and Chambers' industry connections provide unique value to its portfolio companies.

JC2 Ventures - Portfolio Snapshot

Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages

Total Investments8
Current Portfolio Count6
Total Portfolio Exits0

Top Investment Stages

Series B3 (37.5%)
Series C3 (37.5%)
Convertible Note1 (12.5%)
Series Unknown1 (12.5%)

Stage Mix

Series B 38%Series C 38%Convertible Note 13%Series Unknown 13%

Concentration shown as share of disclosed investments by stage.

Recent Investments

Arcee AI logo

Arcee AI

ParkourSC logo

ParkourSC

Balbix logo

Balbix

Virsec Systems logo

Virsec Systems

Nile logo

Nile

Uniphore logo

Uniphore

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JC2 Ventures - Classification

NAICS
  • 520000Finance and Insurance
  • 523000Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
  • 523900Other Financial Investment Activities
  • 523990All Other Financial Investment Activities
  • 523999Miscellaneous Financial Investment Activities
SIC
  • 6700Holding And Other Investment Offices
  • 6790Miscellaneous Investing
  • 6799Investors, Not Elsewhere Classified
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NAICS
  • 525000Funds, Trusts, and Other Financial Vehicles
  • 523910Miscellaneous Intermediation
  • 523940Portfolio Management and Investment Advice
SIC
  • 6000Depository Institutions
  • 6720Investment Offices
  • 6722Management Investment Offices, Open-end