Wednesday, January 16, 2008

Velocity Venture Capital has closed its second fund with $15 million raised

About Company:
Velocity Venture Capital is investing in the next generation of successful technology companies in the Sacramento region. Velocity actively invests in the most promising deals in California’s Capital region alongside top-tier venture firms and local angel investors.Velocity has deployed a unique approach to venture capital with an innovative fund management organizational structure and company-building approach. Along with its General Partners, Velocity has a stable of seasoned industry experts called Venture Partners that are assisting portfolio companies in various respects, including securing customers, recruiting management talent, establishing industry partnerships, and syndicating rounds of financing.

How Much They Raised:
It has closed its second fund with $15 million raised and is preparing for its third fund with a target fund size of $60 million.

With its first two funds, Velocity already has made 11 investments in companies in the greater Sacramento region, including companies like Jadoo Power and Marquiss Wind Power, which are taking a leadership role in Sacramento’s efforts to become a national leader in clean energy innovation.

The Velocity fund management team plans to complete its Fund II portfolio by adding up to three more portfolio companies for a potential total of 14 investments in California’s Capital region.



More at:http://www.velocityvc.com/

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