We work with engineering-driven founders from day one to turn bold ideas into category-creating iconic companies. Focused on building the autonomous enterprise with AI-native infrastructure, security, apps, and models.
| Firm Name | Boldstart Ventures |
| Investment Thesis | We work with engineering-driven founders from day one to turn bold ideas into category-creating iconic companies. Focused on building the autonomous enterprise with AI-native infrastructure, security, apps, and models. |
| Headquarters Location | Miami, Florida (also has New York presence) |
| Founding Year | 2010 |
| Number of Partners/Investors | 7 total (Ed Sim, Eliot Durbin, Ellen Chisa, Ernest Addison, Charlotte Chapanoff, Jennifer Moy, plus Founders-in-Residence) |
| Investment Stage & Check Sizes | Inception/pre-seed through Series A. Initial leads $500K to $15M. $175M Opportunities III fund for follow-ons. $1.1B AUM across funds. |
| Founding/Managing Partners | Ed Sim (Founder and General Partner), Eliot Durbin (Partner with 15+ years), Ellen Chisa (Partner with 5+ years) |
| Legal Entity | Boldstart Ventures LLC |
| Email Address | Not publicly displayed on domain |