Why choose Valor Ventures?

Growth takes courage personally and professionally. It’s why we’re named Valor. We support  software founders in meeting growth challenges through growth spurts—and growing pains.  With customer introductions through our Innovation Council, talent recruitment support, technical product review, and the modern facilities at our headquarters at Atlanta Tech Park, we are a first check of choice for change-makers. Join us for one of our upcoming events events and learn why we say”courage is the currency of innovation.”

Valor came into our world at a really important time where you guys just gave the perfect amount of guidance and autonomy and I just have loved being able to grow under the loose supervision of Valor. It’s been everything for the company, but also for me personally as a founder.

Angela Fusaro, MD, MBAEmergency Medicine Physician, Physician 360

Capital is always a struggle. I think it’s amazing that there are firms that are starting, like Valor, that are here, that are serving this community.

Kathryn PetraliaCo-founder & Kabbagehead, Kabbage, Inc

Only venture fund in the region focused on under-represented founders. Become a limited partner (write a big check!), refer a potential investment, help.

David CummingsAtlanta Ventures

Your history in the industry is extremely valuable to these early-stage companies because they utilize that to understand the obstacles they're facing to growth.

John YatesMorris Manning and Martin

On Valor Ventures' startup runway events and grants:
"... don’t underestimate what Valor Ventures is doing to ensure continuity or growth for an organization."

Sandy Welfare, M.B.ASenior Manager, Program Operations IT ePMO, WestRock Company

Valor was very early in Atlanta and that ecosystem is catching up.

John S. Sears, JD, PhD, CLPPrincipal, Director Of Intellectual Property, Anzu Partners

... we’re looking for investors similar to Valor. You send us notes of encouragement and advice and, and help leverage our networks to help the business grow. A lot of times as time goes on those connections and that thoughtfulness become as important as the capital itself.

Ryan WilsonCo-founder & CEO, The Gathering Spot

My experience with Startup Runway and the Valor team has really been exceptional, they provide real value, kind of practical things that a startup can do to move forward. And that’s something that we don’t always get.

Doll AvantFounder & CEO, Aquagenuity

Lisa is one of the smartest, loveliest, most hardworking venture capitalists I’ve ever met. She epitomizes the idea of doing well by doing good, and I’m so proud to be associated with her and Valor.

Kathryn PetraliaCo-founder at Kabbage and Valor investor

The support from you and from Valor Ventures has been amazing every step of the way.

Andrew McConnellCEO/Founder, Rented.com

Valor has added tremendous value to me as a startup founder. The team is great at giving specific advice and "how-tos," whenever we seek guidance or feedback. Their depth of industry knowledge and willingness to help is why I love being part of the Valor family!

Sofiat AbdulrazaaqCEO/Co-Founder, GoodFynd