$480M
AUM
96
NPS Score from our CEOs
150+
Active Portfolio Companies
We aim to be low ego, high conviction partners who improve the odds of success at every stage of the journey.
96
NPS Score from our CEOs
$480M
AUM
150+
Active Portfolio Companies
OUR STRATEGY
We focus on early stage startups built in Utah, Colorado, Arizona, and other Mountain West states.
We are generalist technology investors who focus on Enterprise & SMB software, Fintech, Healthtech, Marketplaces, and Consumer SaaS. We lead and participate in pre-seed, seed, and seed+ rounds.
We believe proximity matters—especially at the beginning. Our roots are firmly planted in the Mountain West and our culture reflects the ethos of entrepreneurs in the region.
We’re a venture capital firm on a mission to help build great companies in the Wild West.
Our portfolio community is a hub for inspiration, concrete problem-solving, and connections.
The Kickstart story
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EXPERIENCE
On board since 2008
Kickstart was founded in 2008 - in the midst of a financial recession - as the first investor in the Mountain West to focus on seed stage investing.
LEADERS
Ecosystem builders
It wasn't obvious that Utah and Colorado could become thriving entrepreneurial ecosystems -- so we've spent over a decade helping build this community.
NETWORK
Active in the region
As one the most active VCs in the Mountain West, with offices in Utah and Colorado, we provide an unparalleled community and resources for our founders.
Team
Here for the journey
Raising venture capital is more than swapping shares for money; it’s about inviting the right investors to complement your team.
EXPERIENCE
On board since 2008
Kickstart was founded in 2008 - in the midst of a financial - as the first investor in the Mountain West to focus on seed stage investing.
LEADERS
Ecosystem Builders
It wasn't obvious that Utah and Colorado could become budding entrepreneurial ecosystems -- so we've spent over a decade helping to build this community.
NETWORK
Most active in the region
As the most active VC in the Mountain West, with offices in Utah and Colorado, we believe we can bring together winning connections and content to our communities.
Team
Here for the journey
Raising venture capital is more than swapping shares for money; it’s inviting the right investors to complement your team.
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