Investing in
Outsiders
Startup Creation has changed...
While the "tech stack" has evolved rapidly over the past decade, the "talent stack" has changed even more significantly. Founders are no longer required to be Silicon Valley insiders in order to create transformational technology. New Stack was founded on the premise that new categories will be created by new innovators in new locations around the world.
Focus Areas
New Stack invests broadly across sectors and categories with an emphasis on B2B SaaS, Fintech, Supply Chain, Proptech, Healthcare, and eCommerce.
Themes that we look for include:
Helping Outsiders
become Insiders
Ask about our Next Round Plan Process -- where we empower startups to get the attention that they deserve from Tier 1 VCs
New Stack Team
General Partner
Developer-> M&A-> Product Mgr-> VC
Prior to New Stack, Nick worked for Danaher (NYSE: DHR) in M&A and Product Management. There he developed one of the most successful products in the company's history -- an analytical device for testing compounds in drinking water at nano scale. In addition to investing, Nick founded the 1st Venture Capital podcast with over 90k active subscribers, The Full Ratchet.
Chief Operating Officer
Attorney-> Angel-> VC
J.R.'s career spans 15+ years as an attorney, in which he developed expertise in patent litigation, representing a variety of inventors and corporations. He has successfully litigated $B+ through patent infringement suits and licensing. J.R. has also worked extensively in the venture space, including venture capital fund formation, venture capital financing, startup formation, and corporate matters.
Principal
Founder -> VC
Prior to New Stack, Nate co-founded Monarc, a deepTech / Robotics company in the sportsTech space. There he served as CEO and led product development, prior to exit. Nate also helped design and engineer Monarc's products, receiving multiple patents for his work. His experience ultimately led him to venture capital where he is passionate about deepTech, marketplaces, and all things consumer.
Deal Lead
Growth Marketing -> VC
Prior to New Stack, Austin helped early-stage startups nail their customer acquisition and top-line growth metrics through paid acquisition and product optimization. He's worked with startups including a global rideshare service, an IoT Smart Home security system, and a Millennial/Gen Z focused e-commerce brand. These efforts led him to venture capital, beginning as a scout in Los Angeles and now as an analyst for NSV.
Analyst
Marketing-> Prod Mgmt -> VC
Prior to New Stack, Zeke worked several marketing and sales related roles, selling everything from cars to collector coins. As an undergraduate, Zeke led his university's marketing club and became a region lead for New Stack's fellowship program. This experience led Zeke to join the team full time as a student of enterprise SaaS and marketplace concepts.
VC Fellowship
Graduates of the New Stack Ventures Fellows Program
Founder Quotes
"The process with New Stack was very different than other investors. It was casual and it was intentional - ensuring it wasn’t wasting my time. Also, everyone we talked to sang your praises…they said don’t even look back, it’ll be one of the smartest moves you’ll ever make. And that wasn’t just said once, it was said multiple times."
Kwame Boler, Founder, Neu
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“New Stack excels in two areas -- their relentless advocacy and their network. Nick Moran knows everyone. In our most recent fundraise, we had introductions to nearly every single seed stage fund on our shortlist -- this type of access is, in my experience, unprecedented for companies at our stage.
I can say unequivocally and without any hesitation that Nick and the New Stack team are among the elite pre-seed investors in the country. Work hard to get them on your cap table.”
Kaylee Prior, Co-Founder of Valt
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"Passionate, hustlers, and thoughtful investors. Always helping and pushing entrepreneurs to give their best. From connecting us with an entire network of investors to introducing potential customers and partners, the New Stack team adds value from the trenches since day 1."
Julian Ortiz, Co-Founder, Adaviv
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“Our investment rounds were highly competitive and choosing investment partners was difficult. Ultimately, Nick’s reputation in the investment community as a genuine and thoughtful investor drove my decision to move forward with New Stack.”
David Rabie, Founder, Tovala
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"The thing that stood out when we first met with New Stack was that they didn't ask the same tired questions we heard over and over again from others we met with - i.e "How are you different from {{Insert tangential company in same space}}?". New Stack's approach was to evaluate our business based on their focus areas and themes then make a judgement from there. It was refreshing how well they instantly understood our business, go-to-market, and what were looking to accomplish."
Jude Chiy, Founder, Flamingo
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"Working with the NewStack team during the investment process was awesome. Working with them after the investment was done is even better. I can always count on a quick turn around and thoughtful advice".
Vess Bakalov, Founder, Pliant
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