137 Ventures

137 Ventures is a multi-stage venture capital firm known for its flexible capital deployment strategy, focusing on structured liquidity solutions for founders and executives. Unlike traditional VCs that primarily engage in early-stage funding, 137 Ventures provides liquidity through direct secondaries, structured financing, and primary investments, allowing startup leaders to access capital without having to sell their businesses prematurely.

With over $3 billion in assets under management (AUM) and investments across sectors like space, defense tech, HR tech, consumer, logistics, and SaaS, the firm has backed several high-profile companies, including publicly traded firms. This positions 137 Ventures as a key player in the secondary market, where liquidity constraints often limit founders' ability to capitalize on their equity before an IPO or acquisition.

Founded in 2011, the firm takes a strategic approach to investment, emphasizing defensible, high-impact companies with long-term growth potential. Their ability to provide capital through non-traditional financing structures sets them apart from standard venture funds, making them a preferred partner for late-stage startups seeking liquidity without sacrificing control.

137 Ventures operates at the intersection of venture capital and private equity, leveraging its expertise in structured financing to support founders throughout different growth stages. By offering a unique alternative to traditional funding models, the firm has carved out a niche in the venture ecosystem, providing much-needed financial flexibility to some of the most promising companies of the future.