CitySide Ventures

Venture Capital Active Birmingham, United States Est. 2015
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Last updated 2026-06-18
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Stages
Pre-Seed, Seed

About

CitySide Ventures was established in 2015 with a core vision to change the way early-stage capital is deployed in the state of Michigan. We assert that every successful startup ecosystem around the world is based on the following three principles, the density of resources and activities, access to early-stage capital, and velocity of capital deployment.

CitySide Ventures’ purpose is to become a premier Investment group that is committed to taking Michigan early-stage Angel investing to a new level. Building a network of active, progressive and innovative investors that are committed to turning Michigan to a powerhouse startup ecosystem.

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Investment activity

Portfolio by sector

Media & Entertainment Technologies1

Funds · 1

  • Great Lakes Angel Fund — $10M Jun 2024

Q&A

What is CitySide Ventures' primary investment focus?
CitySide Ventures focuses on Pre-Seed and Seed stage investments, aiming to change how early-stage capital is deployed in Michigan.
When was CitySide Ventures established?
CitySide Ventures was established in 2015.
What is a notable investment made by CitySide Ventures?
CitySide Ventures participated in a Seed round for SpeedSize, an AI-based media compression company, in February 2024. SpeedSize raised $3M in this round.
Which sectors does CitySide Ventures primarily invest in?
CitySide Ventures has shown investment activity in the Media & Entertainment Technologies sector, as evidenced by their investment in SpeedSize.
Does CitySide Ventures manage any funds?
Yes, CitySide Ventures manages the Great Lakes Angel Fund, which raised $10M in June 2024.
Who is a key team member at CitySide Ventures?
Andy Vassallo serves as the President of Birmingham Angels / US at CitySide Ventures.
What is CitySide Ventures' typical investment range?
CitySide Ventures typically invests between $25K and $750K.
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