Capitalize Funds
Chicago, Illinoiscapitalizevc.com
Overview
Capitalize VC is a venture capital firm founded in 2021 and based in Chicago. It invests in pre-seed and seed stage companies, with check sizes ranging from $50,000 to $250,000. The firm focuses on commerce-enablement tech companies, enterprise tech, and CPG brands, with a particular emphasis on supporting Black and Latinx founders, primarily in the Midwest. As of August 2025, it was an active investor with 4 companies in its portfolio.
Portfolio Companies
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Website
capitalizevc.comInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spaceium Inc | Jan 2025 | Seed | Co-investor |
Key People
Tessa Flippin
Founder and Managing Partner
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
