Varana Capital

Varana Capital is an asset management platform specializing in venture capital, private equity, and public markets.

Venture Capital Active Denver, United States Est. 2012
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Last updated 2026-07-20
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D Round, G Round, E Round, C Round, B Round, F Round

About

Varana Capital is an asset management platform specializing in venture capital, private equity, and public markets. Founded in 2012 by Philip Broenniman and Ezra Gardner, the firm is headquartered in Denver, Colorado. Varana Capital invests in and cooperatively engages with public and private companies, partnering with visionary leaders to create a global impact. The firm offers more than just capital, providing extensive operational, financial, and strategic guidance to its portfolio companies. Varana Capital has a strong track record in venture capital, with a particular expertise in and demonstrated success with early-stage Israeli companies.

Portfolio

No portfolio companies in this dataset yet.

Investment activity

1 portfolio exit on record.

Portfolio by sector

Automotive & Mobility Technologies3
Health Tech & Life Sciences2
Business Software1
Fintech & Insurtech1
Industrial Technologies1

Funds · 1

  • Chai 10x Fund (Israel Opportunity Fund) — $30M Feb 2024

Q&A

What is Varana Capital's most recent fund activity?
In February 2024, Varana Capital announced the oversubscription and first close of its Chai 10x Fund (Israel Opportunity Fund), raising $30M.
What are Varana Capital's preferred investment stages?
Varana Capital invests across various stages, including Pre-Seed, Seed, A Round, B Round, C Round, D Round, E Round, F Round, and G Round.
Which sectors does Varana Capital primarily focus on?
Varana Capital shows a concentration in Automotive & Mobility Technologies, Health Tech & Life Sciences, and Business Software.
Can you name a notable exit for Varana Capital?
Varana Capital had an exit in October 2021 with Arbe Robotics, which went public via a SPAC event with Industrial Tech Acquisitions, Inc. at a valuation of $525M.
Which portfolio companies are in the Automotive & Mobility Technologies sector?
Varana Capital's portfolio includes Arbe Robotics.
Who are the co-founders of Varana Capital?
Varana Capital was co-founded by Ezra Gardner, who serves as CIO, and Philip Broenniman, who is the Managing Partner & Portfolio Manager.
What is Varana Capital's most recent portfolio company investment?
Varana Capital invested in CustoMed, a company focused on 3D-printed patient-specific instruments, which was founded in 2023 and raised a $6M Seed round.
What is the investment focus of Varana Capital's Chai 10x Fund?
The Chai 10x Fund is identified as an Israel Opportunity Fund, indicating a focus on investments within Israel.
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