LaunchTN is dedicated to empowering Tennessee’s entrepreneurial ecosystem by facilitating capital formation, market building, and resource connection. The firm typically invests in seed, Series A, and Series B rounds, supporting a diverse range of sectors within the state. By collaborating with Network Partners and entrepreneur organizations across Tennessee, LaunchTN ensures that resources are accessible to both investors and entrepreneurs, fostering sustainable economic growth.
Notable portfolio companies include Whisper Aero, icitizen, and Signix, which have raised significant capital. LaunchTN's key partners are instrumental in providing strategic guidance and leveraging their networks to benefit portfolio companies. The firm’s investment philosophy centers on strengthening local entrepreneurship through capital access and market-building initiatives. Additionally, LaunchTN offers unique value-add services such as statewide resource connections and market entry assistance, making it a pivotal player in Tennessee's startup ecosystem.
LaunchTN - Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages
Total Investments91
Current Portfolio Count50
Total Portfolio Exits2
Top Investment Stages
Seed33 (37.5%)
Grant20 (22.7%)
Series A20 (22.7%)
Series Unknown12 (13.6%)
Series B3 (3.4%)
Stage Mix
Seed 38%Grant 23%Series A 23%Series Unknown 14%Series B 3%
Concentration shown as share of disclosed investments by stage.
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LaunchTN - Classification
- Also Known As
- Tennessee Technology Development Corporation
- 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
- 540000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- 525000Funds, Trusts, and Other Financial Vehicles
- 541000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- 523910Miscellaneous Intermediation
- 523940Portfolio Management and Investment Advice
- SIC
- 6000Depository Institutions
- 7300Business Services
- 6720Investment Offices
- 6722Management Investment Offices, Open-end