- What is Unorthodox Ventures' investment focus?
- Unorthodox Ventures is an American-based institutional investor focused on partnering with innovative, driven founders, particularly those seeking to change modern medicine or upend the industrial status quo. They invest in Seed and A Round stages.
- Which sectors does Unorthodox Ventures primarily invest in?
- Unorthodox Ventures shows a concentration in Health Tech & Life Sciences and Industrial Technologies, with 3 and 2 portfolio companies respectively. They also have one investment in Agriculture & Food Technologies.
- Can you name some of Unorthodox Ventures' notable portfolio companies?
- Unorthodox Ventures' portfolio includes ANINA Culinary Art, which raised $13.25M.
- Has Unorthodox Ventures had any recent exits?
- Yes, Unorthodox Ventures has had two notable exits. In October 2025, their portfolio company Genda was acquired by Buildots. In September 2025, Firmus was acquired by Nemetschek.
- Who is the founder of Unorthodox Ventures?
- Unorthodox Ventures was founded by Carey Smith, who is also the founder of Big Ass Fans.
- Does Unorthodox Ventures have an international presence?
- Yes, Unorthodox Ventures has an Israel office, with Yechiel Lanzkron serving as Principal for that location.
- What is Unorthodox Ventures' approach to supporting portfolio companies?
- Unorthodox Ventures positions itself as operators at its core, providing expertise in areas such as engineering, product development, supply chain, marketing, hiring, and sales, beyond just capital.
