Positive Sum, a venture capital firm, aims to harness and share superior business-building knowledge.
Location
Stamford, CT, US
Founded
2020
Positive Sum is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage companies, primarily focusing on Series A and B rounds, with some seed investments. The firm seeks companies operating in expanding markets with high-frequency customer traction and potential for compounding returns. Positive Sum aims to partner with founders who are pursuing their life's work and building products that benefit customers, companies, and investors alike.
Led by Patrick O'Shaughnessy and Sam Cates, Positive Sum's mission is to capture and share the world's best knowledge on building great businesses. Their portfolio includes notable companies such as Alpaca, Curebase, Prefect, and Tegus. The firm emphasizes long-term partnerships with founders, supporting them in their quest to create impactful, enduring businesses that express their unique vision and potential.
Positive Sum - Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages