Atlanta VC Directory
A curated list of active venture capital firms and investors in the Atlanta metropolitan area. This resource is maintained to help founders connect with potential investors in the local ecosystem.
Note: While I strive to keep this directory current, the Atlanta ecosystem is constantly evolving. If you notice any missing firms, outdated information, or have suggestions for improvements, please reach out to me on LinkedIn or Twitter/X.
Table of Contents
- Market Overview
- Early Stage Firms
- Growth Stage Firms
- Specialized Investors
- Private Equity Firms
- Corporate Venture Arms
- Family Offices
- Angel Groups
- Individual Angel Investors
- References
Market Overview
Atlanta has emerged as a leading technology hub in the Southeast, distinguished by its diverse and dynamic startup ecosystem[1][10]. The city’s startup landscape is particularly strong in several key sectors that leverage the region’s historical strengths: Enterprise Software, FinTech, Healthcare Technology, Supply Chain & Logistics, and Cybersecurity. This focus aligns naturally with Atlanta’s position as a major corporate hub, home to numerous Fortune 500 companies that often become strategic partners and customers for local startups[10].
The region’s startup ecosystem benefits from several unique advantages that set it apart from other technology hubs. Atlanta’s entrepreneurs enjoy significantly lower operating costs compared to coastal tech centers, allowing for more efficient capital deployment and longer runways. This operational efficiency is complemented by a rich talent pipeline fed by prestigious institutions like Georgia Tech and Emory University, which consistently produce top-tier technical and business talent[10].
What truly sets Atlanta apart is its commitment to fostering an inclusive innovation economy. The city has earned recognition as one of the most diverse startup communities in the nation, with a founder diversity rate that significantly exceeds the national average. This inclusive environment is reinforced by a collaborative business culture where established corporations actively engage with and support the startup ecosystem through partnerships, accelerator programs, and corporate innovation initiatives[1][10].
The combination of these factors - strategic sector focus, operational efficiency, strong talent pipeline, and inclusive culture - has created a unique environment where innovative companies can thrive while maintaining sustainable growth trajectories. This has made Atlanta an increasingly attractive destination for both entrepreneurs looking to build their companies and investors seeking opportunities in a maturing technology hub[10].
Early Stage Firms
TTV Capital[1][2][3][4]
An Atlanta-based fintech-focused early-stage venture firm founded in 2000 by Gardiner Garrard (Managing Partner) and W. Thomas (Tom) Smith. Closed a $250M Fund VI in 2023. Named to Inc.’s Founder-Friendly Investors list and Institutional Investor’s Fintech Finance 40. Focuses on early-stage financial services and fintech (payments, banking, insurtech, cybersecurity, Web3/crypto) with typical seed checks ~$2–7M, and writes follow-on rounds. Their deep sector expertise and extensive network help portfolio companies accelerate growth. Atlanta-based leadership.
- Website: ttvcapital.com
- Contact: info@ttvcapital.com
- LinkedIn: TTV Capital
Borderless Capital[1]
A leading investment management firm focused on Web3 technology, founded in Miami but maintains an Atlanta presence through Arul Murugan (COO). Led by Amit Mehra (CEO), it supports innovators developing technologies that enable value creation without borders, particularly decentralized infrastructure (DePIN, blockchain, crypto protocols). Closed a $100M fund for DePIN in 2023.
- Website: borderlesscapital.io
- Twitter: @borderless_cap
- LinkedIn: Borderless Capital
- Investment Focus: Web3, DePIN, Blockchain, Infrastructure, Business Applications, Cryptographic Protocols
BIP Ventures (formerly BIP Capital and Panoramic Ventures)[1][3][4][5]
An Atlanta-headquartered multi-stage VC led by CEO Mark Buffington. One of the most active VC firms in the Southeast, investing from Seed to Series B with check sizes from $100k to $10M. Focuses on Enterprise SaaS, Healthtech & Wellness, Cybersecurity, Marketplaces, and DevOps tools. (BIP Ventures spun off Panoramic Ventures in 2021).
- Website: bipventures.vc
- Twitter: @bipventures
- LinkedIn: BIP Ventures
- Geographic Focus: USA, Canada
Open Opportunity Fund[1]
An Atlanta-led technology venture capital firm (headed by Paul Judge with Marcelo Claure) focused on investing in software companies founded by outstanding Black and Latinx founders. Their $100 million Fund 1 was anchored by SoftBank. In 2023, Judge and Claure acquired the Fund from SoftBank and announced Fund 2 (targeting ~$150–200M). Investment focus spans pre-seed through growth stages in enterprise IT, artificial intelligence, fintech, edtech, digital health, and other SaaS sectors. Paul Judge is Atlanta-based.
- Website: theopportunityfund.com
- Twitter: @opportunityfund
- LinkedIn: Open Opportunity Fund
Overline[1]
An Atlanta-based pre-seed and seed stage venture firm co-founded by Atlanta-based Michael Cohn and Sean O’Brien. Invests ~$0.25–1.5M in founders building transformative technology companies across the U.S., focusing on enterprise software, marketplaces, and frontier technology (AI, robotics, etc.). Remains active and Atlanta-anchored. They take a hands-on approach, leveraging operational experience and network connections.
- Website: overline.vc
- Twitter: @overlinevc
- LinkedIn: Overline
- Team LinkedIn: Michael Cohn, Sean O’Brien
Tech Square Ventures[1][2][3][4][7]
An Atlanta-based seed VC founded by Blake Patton. Invests from Pre-Seed to Series A ($0.5–3M checks) in enterprise B2B and marketplace startups (applied AI, logistics/supply-chain, vertical SaaS, infrastructure/productivity, sustainability/energy) primarily in the Southeastern U.S. (80% regional focus). Raised a $75M Fund II in 2024. Operates the Engage accelerator platform connecting startups with corporations and Georgia Tech. The team is Atlanta-based.
- Website: techsquareventures.com
- Twitter: @techsquarevc
- LinkedIn: Tech Square Ventures
- Team LinkedIn: Blake Patton, Bill Nussey, Vasant Kamath, Scott Lopano (Note: Team list shortened for brevity based on current site data)
- Investment Focus: Enterprise technology (B2B SaaS), Marketplaces
TechOperators[1][2][3][4][7]
An early-stage VC in Atlanta founded by ex-operators David Gould and Tom Noonan. Focuses on Seed and Series A cybersecurity and B2B software startups, typically leading $2–5M rounds. Founded in 2008 with an Atlanta presence via the founding team.
- Website: techoperators.com
- Twitter: @techoperators
- LinkedIn: TechOperators
- Contact: info@techoperators.com
- Check Size: $2-5 million initial investment
Valor Ventures[1][2][3][4][7]
An Atlanta-based seed VC founded by Lisa Calhoun. Invests $0.5–3M in Southern/U.S. B2B SaaS and AI startups, particularly in healthcare, biotechnology, edtech, cybersecurity, and mobility. Closed a $27M Fund III in 2025, signaling continued activity. The team is based in Atlanta.
- Website: valor.vc
- Twitter: @valorvc
- LinkedIn: Valor Ventures
- Team LinkedIn: Lisa Calhoun, Gary Peat (Note: Team list shortened)
Ellis Capital[1][3]
Atlanta-based early/growth stage investor founded by Andy Ellis. Focuses on media, telecommunications, internet/consumer technology, healthcare, social media, fintech, and real estate. Partners with seasoned entrepreneurs, providing strategic and operational support. Still operating out of Atlanta.
- Website: elliscapital.net
- LinkedIn: Ellis Capital
Fintech Ventures Fund[2]
An early-stage fintech and insurtech VC with offices in Atlanta and New York, led by Sergei Kouzmine (Atlanta presence). Focuses on banking, lending, capital markets, and insurance tech at Seed ($250K–$1M checks) and offers structured credit facilities up to $1.5M. Founded in 2016.
- Website: fintechv.com
- LinkedIn: Fintech Ventures Fund
Mosley Ventures[2][4]
Atlanta-based VC led by Sig Mosley and Wei-Chun Tai. Invests in early-stage (typically Seed) security software, big data, and healthtech startups in Atlanta and the Southeast US. Founded in 2012.
- Website: mosleyventures.com
- Twitter: @secretsig
- LinkedIn: Mosley Ventures
- Team LinkedIn: Sig Mosley, Wei-Chun Tai
- Geographic Focus: Atlanta and Southeast US
Phoenix Capital Ventures[2]
Atlanta-based early-stage VC founded by Andrew Steinberg. Focus areas include sports, esports/gaming, media, and human performance tech. Writes very early checks (previously noted as ~< $0.1M). Founded in 2016.
- Website: phoenixcapitalventures.com
- Twitter: @pcvfund
- LinkedIn: Phoenix Capital Ventures
- Team LinkedIn: Andrew Steinberg
Johnson Venture Partners[2]
Micro-VC in Atlanta led by Matt Johnson and Bob Cramer. Focuses on Seed/early-stage deals ($50K–$500K) in SaaS, AI, fintech, and healthcare startups across the Southeast. Founded in 2015.
- Website: jvpfund.com
- LinkedIn: Johnson Venture Partners
- Team LinkedIn: Matt Johnson, Bob Cramer
- Geographic Focus: Southeast (Atlanta, Charlotte, Greenville, Nashville, Tampa Bay, Raleigh-Durham-RTP)
Vocap Partners[2][7]
Atlanta growth equity firm founded by Pat Welsh and Vinny Olmstead (Atlanta-based). Invests $2–6M in Series A/B B2B software companies (healthcare IT, fintech, media/entertainment apps, etc.). Founded in 2010.
- Website: vocap.vc
- Twitter: @vocappartners
- LinkedIn: Vocap Investment Partners
- Geographic Focus: Eastern and Southern metros
Zane Venture Fund[2][7]
Atlanta-based seed VC founded by Shila Nieves Burney. Focuses on “healthy human economy” companies (fintech, edtech, software) and diverse founding teams. Offers a 12-week accelerator program and early-stage checks. Atlanta-based leadership. Founded in 2018.
- Website: zane.vc
- Twitter: @zaneventurefund
- LinkedIn: Zane Venture Fund
Forté Ventures[2]
VC firm with offices in Atlanta and Silicon Valley, founded by Jean-Luc Chatelain. Invests in Series A/B technology and digital media companies post product-market fit, pre-scale. Atlanta office operates alongside the SF team.
- Website: forteventures.com
- Twitter: @forteventures
- LinkedIn: Forté Ventures
- Location: Offices in Atlanta and Silicon Valley
- Investment Focus: Series A and B companies post product-market fit, pre-scale
Knoll Ventures[4]
Atlanta-headquartered pre-seed/seed VC founded in 2018 by GPs Andrew Dorman and Richard Fraim. Focuses on early-stage B2B software and tech-enabled services with check sizes ~$0.5–3M.
- Website: knollventures.com
- Twitter: @knollventures
- LinkedIn: Knoll Ventures
- Team LinkedIn: Richard Fraim, Andrew Dorman
BLH Venture Partners[4][7]
Atlanta-based firm led by Billy Harbert and Ashish Mistry (Atlanta-based). Makes Seed/early-stage investments in technology, consumer, e-commerce, enterprise software, cybersecurity, and SaaS. Remains active.
- Website: blhventures.com
- LinkedIn: BLH Venture Partners
- Team LinkedIn: Billy Harbert, Ashish Mistry
11-11 Ventures[4]
Atlanta-area (Alpharetta, GA) blockchain VC led by CEO Arul Murugan. Invests in Seed/Series A companies in blockchain and decentralized technology. Considered one of the most active VC firms in the Southeast.
- Website: 11-11ventures.com
- Twitter: @11_11_ventures
- LinkedIn: 11-11 Ventures
- Team LinkedIn: Arul Murugan (Note: Paul Lopez listed previously, Arul Murugan seems current CEO focus)
Fearless Fund[4]
Atlanta-founded fund led by Arian Simone (Atlanta-based). Invests in women of color entrepreneurs building tech startups in healthcare, fintech, consumer products, etc., at the Pre-Seed, Seed, and Series A stages. “Invests in under-resourced entrepreneurs including women of color–led businesses seeking pre-seed, seed or Series A financing.”
- Website: fearless.fund
- Twitter: @fearlessfund
- LinkedIn: Fearless Fund
- Contact: hello@fearless.fund
Atlanta Ventures[7]
Atlanta-based venture studio and VC firm led by David Cummings. Builds and invests in B2B SaaS companies primarily in the Southeast.
- Website: atlantaventures.com
- Twitter: @AtlantaVentures
- LinkedIn: Atlanta Ventures
Engage Ventures[1][2][3]
A first-of-its-kind innovation platform with category-leading corporations. Founded in 2017, focusing on B2B Enterprise and Technology, investing at the Early-Stage Venture, Seed, and Venture stages.
- Website: engage.vc
- Twitter: @engagevc
- LinkedIn: Engage Ventures
- Team LinkedIn: Engage Ventures
- Geographic Focus: 70% Southeast US, 40% Atlanta-based
Fulcrum Equity[1][2]
Located in Sandy Springs, GA, focusing on healthcare services, healthcare IT, B2B SaaS, and technology-enabled services.
- Website: fulcrumep.com
- Twitter: @fulcrumequity
- LinkedIn: Fulcrum Equity Partners
Growth Stage Firms
Noro-Moseley Partners[1]
Atlanta-headquartered growth VC investing $5–20M in Series A/B companies with strong growth (> $2M ARR). Sectors include healthcare IT, enterprise software, and other high-growth industries.
- Website: noro-moseley.com
- LinkedIn: Noro-Moseley Partners
Kinetic Ventures[4]
Atlanta venture fund founded in 1983, investing $1–50M across early to growth stages. Focuses on enterprise software, digital infrastructure (broadband), and CleanTech. Office in Atlanta.
- Website: kineticventures.com
- LinkedIn: Kinetic Ventures
Socium Ventures[7]
VC arm of Atlanta’s Cox Enterprises, managing a ~$600M+ fund. Invests $3–25M in Series A+ enterprise startups, focusing on AI/machine learning, fintech, govtech, B2B marketplaces, supply chain, sustainability, etc. Headquartered inside Cox in Atlanta.
- Website: sociumventures.com
- LinkedIn: Socium Ventures
Specialized Investors
Portal Innovations[1]
Focuses on life sciences, offering seed capital, lab space, and expertise. Helps life sciences innovators build companies locally.
- Website: portalinnovations.com
- Twitter: @portalinno
- LinkedIn: Portal Innovations
Bio/Med Investor Network[1]
An angel network focusing on biotech, pharmaceutical, medical device, and health IT.
- Website: biomedvc.com
- LinkedIn: Bio/Med Investor Network
- Team LinkedIn: Michael Wacker, Kiran Dallenbach, Aristotelis Nastos, Morgan Hunter, Olivier Morand, Mattias Ivarsson
BeCuriousPartners[1]
Focuses on companies reinventing parenthood.
- Website: becuriouspartners.com
- Twitter: @becurious_vc
- LinkedIn: BeCurious Partners
KnowCap Interactive[1]
Focuses on early-stage startups, employing a “Startup Engine” methodology for building startups.
- Website: knowcap.io
- Twitter: @knowcapio
- LinkedIn: KnowCap Interactive
Automotive Ventures[7]
Seed-stage investor focused on the mobility space (connectivity, autonomy, new energy, smart city, industrial technology).
- Website: automotive.ventures
- Twitter: @venturesauto
- LinkedIn: Automotive Ventures
Sound Media Ventures[7]
Focuses on media transformation using disruptive technologies, investing in founders who transform media using innovative business models.
- Website: soundmedia.vc
- LinkedIn: Sound Media Ventures
- Team LinkedIn: Shachar Oren, Michael Behringer, Bill Campbell, Lingbin Kong
Private Equity Firms
Roark Capital[1][3]
Focuses on consumer and business services, franchised and multi-location businesses across sectors like restaurant, specialty retail, consumer services, health, wellness, and beauty.
- Website: roarkcapital.com
- LinkedIn: Roark Capital
Nancy Creek Capital[1]
Writes checks of $1-5 million (can lead syndications up to $20M), focusing on growth, acquisition, and recapitalization capital. Southeast focus.
- Website: nancycreek.com
- LinkedIn: Nancy Creek Capital
Linx Partners[1]
Focuses on B2B industrial service & manufacturing companies.
- Website: linxpartners.com
- LinkedIn: Linx Partners
NRD Capital[1]
Focuses on companies with superior unit-level economics across sectors like franchising and technology for operators.
- Website: nrdcapital.com
- Twitter: @nrdcapital
- LinkedIn: NRD Capital
SRM Equity Partners LLC[8]
Focuses on building leading middle-market companies. Operationally-focused investors with operating experience.
- Website: srmequity.com
Baseline Capital Group[8]
Located in Atlanta, GA, focusing on private debt and equity opportunities in the Southeastern United States. Known for a quick review and funding process through a regional partner network.
- Website: baselinecapitalgroup.com
Granite Holdings[8]
Focuses on B2B Software, Logistics and Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Real Estate, targeting companies with $5-35M Revenue and $500K+ EBITDA.
- Website: granitegroupsrl.com/granite-holdings
TAC Capital Partners LLC[8]
Focuses on change-in-control investments in the lower middle market, targeting founder-owned businesses in niche segments within light manufacturing, distribution, and business services. Emphasizes value innovation and enhanced operational execution.
- Website: tac-capital.com
Bridger Growth Partners LLC[8]
Founded in 2015 by Tom Long. Notable investments include Malibu Mylk, Old Pal, Square One Holdings, and Lyft.
- Website: bridgergrowth.com
MBN Brands[8]
Focuses on best-in-class businesses, offering expertise in enterprise strategy, marketing, financial guidance, and leadership development. Looks for strong tangible and intangible qualities in investments.
- Website: mbnbrands.com
Corporate Venture Arms
Home Depot Ventures
The Home Depot’s Atlanta-based corporate venture capital arm, led by Anirudha Mididoddi. Launched in 2022 with a $150 million fund focused on early-stage companies in retail technology, construction technology, and home services sectors (e.g., shopping/commerce platforms, pro/home services tech, IoT home devices, supply-chain/logistics tech). Aims to accelerate emerging technologies that advance The Home Depot’s core business capabilities.
- Website: homedepotventures.com
- Twitter: @HomeDepot
- Team LinkedIn: Anirudha Mididoddi
Stanley Ventures[4]
Corporate VC of Stanley Black & Decker, based in Atlanta. Focuses on Seed and Early Stage investments in construction/industrial tech, including manufacturing automation, robotics, materials science, and advanced tools. Atlanta-based team members include Don Routhier and Michael Mahan.
- Website: stanleyventures.com
- LinkedIn: Stanley Ventures
- Team LinkedIn: Don Routhier, Michael Mahan
Assurant Ventures[5]
Corporate VC arm of Assurant (Atlanta HQ). Active since ~2015, investing in late-stage venture/growth companies in insurtech, IoT/mobility, home services technology, and related fintech. Atlanta-based partners lead deals.
- Website: assurant.com/ventures
- Twitter: @assurant
- LinkedIn: Assurant
BrightEdge Fund[5]
Atlanta-based nonprofit VC arm of the American Cancer Society. Provides equity-like capital to social entrepreneurs, often in health-related fields, with a focus on underserved founders.
- Website: brightedgefund.org
- LinkedIn: BrightEdge
UPS Ventures[5]
Corporate VC arm of UPS (Atlanta HQ). Invests in startups focused on logistics, supply chain technology, e-commerce enablement, electrification, and robotics, leveraging UPS’s operational base in Atlanta.
- Website: ups.ventures
- LinkedIn: UPS Ventures
Catalyst by Wellstar[10]
Corporate VC arm of the Atlanta-area Wellstar Health System, led by President Hank Capps (Georgia-based). Launched in 2021, announced a $100M multi-sector healthcare innovation fund in 2023. Invests in early-stage startups across healthcare and adjacent industries (digital health, medical devices, patient engagement, etc.) to improve clinical and consumer health outcomes.
- Website: catalyst.wellstar.org
- LinkedIn: Catalyst by Wellstar
H.I.G. Capital[4]
Global private equity and alternative assets firm with a significant Atlanta office. Stage- and sector-agnostic (tech, business services, healthcare, consumer, etc.). While not a dedicated VC fund focused solely on early-stage tech, it has a notable Atlanta presence and invests across the capital structure.
- Website: higcapital.com
- Twitter: @higcapitalllc
- LinkedIn: H.I.G. Capital
Family Offices
Mongo Holdings[9]
- Type: Single Family Office (Bierenbaum Family)
- Website: mongoholdings.com
- Twitter: @holdingsmongo
- LinkedIn: Mongo Holdings
- Address: 4279 Roswell Rd NE #351, Atlanta 30342
- Focus: Venture Capital, Real Estate, Private Credit, Digital Assets
Packard Capital[9]
- Type: Single Family Office
- Website: packard.org (Note: URL points to foundation, direct SFO site not public)
- LinkedIn: Packard Capital
- Address: 8200 Roberts Dr, Atlanta 30350
- Focus: Private Equity, Real Estate heavy
Oakley Services[9]
- Type: Single Family Office
- Focus: Founder-centric family office owning/operating industrial service roll-ups across the South. PE investments.
- Website: oakleyservices.com
- LinkedIn: Oakley Services
- Address: 3340 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta
- Team LinkedIn: Coleen Phillips, Britton Clark, Clay Barnett, Trey Hudson, Chris Kelly
Haas Portman[9]
- Type: Single Family Office (Haas & Portman families)
- Website: haasportman.com
- LinkedIn: Haas Portman Family Office
- Address: 303 Peachtree Center Ave NE #575, Atlanta
- Focus: Early-stage technology, active co-investor
Capital Family Office[9]
- Type: Multi-Family Office (Platform within Capital Investment Advisors)
- Website: capital-fo.com
- LinkedIn: Capital Family Office
- Address: 10 Glenlake Pkwy NE, North Tower #1000, Atlanta
- Focus: Private Equity & Credit programs
Cresset Capital Atlanta[9]
- Type: Multi-Family Office (acquired Berman family office in 2021)
- Website: cressetcapital.com/locations/atlanta
- LinkedIn: Cresset Capital
NextGen Capital[9]
- Type: Multi-Family Office & Investment Bank (Est. 2012)
- Website: nextgencap.com
- LinkedIn: NextGen Capital
- Address: 3715 Northside Pkwy NW Bldg 1 #250, Atlanta
- Focus: Private Capital & Direct Deals
Maven Capital Partners[9]
- Type: Multi-Family Office (SEC-registered RIA, spun out of Reicon)
- Website: maven-cap.com
- LinkedIn: Maven Capital Partners
- Address: 3060 Peachtree Rd NW #1005, Atlanta
- Focus: Alternatives & Co-investment Syndicates
QuarterMoore[5]
- Location: Atlanta
- Geographic Focus: USA
- Website: quartermoore.com
Cox Family Office[1]
- Type: Private Investment Arm of the Cox Family (Cox Enterprises)
- President: Cody Partin (as of June 2024)
- Address: 6205 Peachtree-Dunwoody Rd, Atlanta
- Focus: Multi-asset LP commitments, direct Private Equity/Venture Capital co-investments
Reicon Capital / Reicon Wealth[9]
- Type: Single Family Office (Liquidity event 2000)
- Address: 3166 Mathieson Dr, Atlanta 30305
- Focus: Private Equity, Credit, Hedge Funds, Real Estate
RFV Capital[8]
- Type: Single Family Office
- Focus: Targeting lower-middle-market acquisitions
- Location: Atlanta
Lorberbaum Family Office[8]
- Type: Single Family Office
- Focus: Opportunistic buy-and-build strategy
- Location: Atlanta office
Angel Groups
Atlanta Technology Angels (ATA)[6]
Founded in 1998, investing $200K to $2M in technology companies. Offers funding, mentorship, industrial expertise, and network connections to early-stage companies.
- Website: angelatlanta.com
- Twitter: @angel_atlanta
- LinkedIn: Atlanta Technology Angels
- Team LinkedIn: The Tech CPA, Chuck Herak, Jay Shaffer, Christopher Everest, Elizabeth Woodcock, Jesse Bockstedt, Steven Klustig, Sunil Ghatnekar, Hansa Makhija
TiE Atlanta[6][7]
Founded in 1992. Principles include mentoring, networking, education, incubating, and funding.
- Website: atlanta.tie.org
- Twitter: @tieatlanta
- LinkedIn: TiE Atlanta
1248 Angels[7]
An angel syndicate composed of seasoned entrepreneurs, industry experts, and experienced investors, offering capital and mentorship.
- Website: 1248angels.com
Individual Angel Investors
Kathryn Finney[6]
CEO of Genius Guild, focusing on Black and Latina women founders, investing $50,000 to $250,000 in pre-seed and seed level companies. Founded in 2020.
- Website: geniusguild.co
- Twitter: @geniusguild
Paul Judge[6]
Co-founder of Tech Square Labs & Pindrop Security. Active angel investor with 60+ deals across security, fintech, AI. Also leads Open Opportunity Fund and is involved with Panoramic Ventures. Minimum check size previously noted as $25,000. Based in Midtown/Tech Square.
- Website: pjudge.com
- Twitter: @pauljudge
- LinkedIn: Paul Judge
- Geographic Focus: Atlanta to Silicon Valley, USA to Canada
David Cummings
Founder of Atlanta Tech Village and Atlanta Ventures. Lead seed investor in notable Atlanta startups like Calendly, Salesloft, and Terminus. Achieved billion-dollar personal exits. Based in Buckhead & Downtown.
- LinkedIn: David Cummings
- Twitter: @davidcummings
Jewel Burks Solomon
Co-founder of Partpic (acquired by Amazon). Managing Partner at Collab Capital. Active seed angel investor focusing on Black-led startups. Based on the Westside.
- LinkedIn: Jewel Burks Solomon
- Twitter: @jewelmelanie
Kathryn Petralia
Co-founder of Kabbage and Keep Financial. Recognized as a Forbes Top 100 Woman. Angel investor focused on fintech and SMB tech. Based in Inman Park.
- LinkedIn: Kathryn Petralia
Tom Noonan
Founder of Internet Security Systems (ISS). General Partner at TechOperators. Prolific seed angel investor focusing on cybersecurity and infrastructure. Based in Buckhead. (See also TechOperators)
- LinkedIn: Tom Noonan
Marc Gorlin
CEO of Roadie and Co-founder of Kabbage. Serial entrepreneur, active early-stage investor, and mentor, particularly in logistics and fintech. Based in Midtown.
- LinkedIn: Marc Gorlin
- Twitter: @MarcGorlin
Ben Chestnut
Co-founder of Mailchimp. Provides personal seed checks and is involved in major civic philanthropy in Atlanta. Based in Virginia-Highland.
- LinkedIn: Ben Chestnut
Dan Kurzius
Co-founder of Mailchimp. Angel investor in consumer technology and local Atlanta community ventures. Based in Morningside.
- LinkedIn: Dan Kurzius
Robin Bienfait
Former executive at Samsung and BlackBerry. CEO of Emnovate and Atlanta Tech Park. Partner at Valor Ventures. Angel investor focused on security and enterprise SaaS. Based in Peachtree Corners. (See also Valor Ventures)
- LinkedIn: Robin Bienfait
- Twitter: @RobinBienfait
Allen Nance
Co-founder of Tech Square Labs and CIO at Southern Equity. Mar-tech founder (e.g., Springbot) turned prolific seed investor. Based in Tech Square.
- LinkedIn: Allen Nance
- Twitter: @AllenNance
Sig Mosley
Managing Partner at Mosley Ventures, often called the “Godfather of Atlanta angel investing.” Invested in over 120 startups. Based in Sandy Springs. (See also Mosley Ventures)
- LinkedIn: Sig Mosley
- Twitter: @secretsig
References
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[2] “13 Top Venture Capital Firms in Atlanta 2025”, Startup Savant, July 10, 2024, https://startupsavant.com/top-venture-capital-firms/atlanta
[3] “Top Atlanta, GA Angel or VC Firm Companies”, Built In, 2024, https://builtin.com/companies/location/atlanta/type/angel-vcfirm-companies
[4] “Top 32 Venture Capital Firms in Atlanta (2024)”, Scaleup Voyager, December 16, 2024, https://scaleupvoyager.com/venture-capital-firms-in-atlanta/
[5] “Venture Capital Firms and Investors in Atlanta”, OpenVC, January 18, 2025, https://www.openvc.app/investor-lists/venture-capital-firms-investors-atlanta
[6] “Top 10 Angel Investors in Atlanta, GA”, Pro Business Plans, October 8, 2021, https://medium.com/pro-business-plans/top-angel-investors-in-atlanta-ga-fb65ae6844fb
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[8] “Top Family Offices in Atlanta”, Axial, 2024, https://www.axial.net/forum/companies/atlanta-family-offices/
[9] “Ranking: Top 8 Family Offices in Atlanta”, Family Office Hub, January 2, 2025, https://familyofficehub.io/blog/top-family-offices-atlanta/
[10] “Atlanta’s Venture Capital Landscape”, Carta, 2023, https://www.carta.com/blog/atlanta-venture-capital-landscape/
Note: This directory focuses on firms with dedicated partners or offices in the Atlanta metro area and is maintained periodically. If you notice any missing firms or outdated information, please reach out.
Last updated: Early 2025