Sandbox Industries
Chicago, Illinoissandboxindustries.com
Overview
Sandbox Industries is a venture capital firm that makes investments in early-stage start-ups with the goal of driving technological innovation in healthcare, agriculture, and insurance. The firm connects strategic investors with leading startups via strategic corporate investment funds. Sandbox manages industry-focused venture funds and supports the strategic investments of corporate partners.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Health | Feb 2026 | Strategic | Co-investor |
| Origin | Jan 2026 | Series B | Co-investor |
| Nest Health | Nov 2025 | Series A | Lead |
| Anzen | Nov 2025 | Series A | Co-investor |
| Daymark Health | Sep 2025 | Series A | Lead |
Key People
Christopher Zock
Managing Partner Co-CEO
Matt Downs
Co-CEO Managing Partner
Jeff Carroll
Venture Partner
Jennifer Levin Carter
Venture Partner
Kyle Nel
Venture Partner
Dan Phillips
Partner
Mark Bartlett
Partner
Thomas C. Hawes
Partner
Gretchen Hayes
Partner, Sandbox Insurtech Ventures
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
