TDK Ventures
Overview
TDK Ventures invests in startups to bolster innovation in materials science, energy/power and related areas typically underrepresented in venture capital portfolios. Established in 2019 as a wholly-owned subsidiary of TDK Corporation, the corporate venture capital firm's vision is to propel the digital and energy transformations of segments such as health and wellness, next-generation transportation, robotics, and industrial, mixed reality and the wider IoT/IIoT markets. TDK Ventures will co-invest and support promising portfolio companies by providing technical expertise and access to global markets where TDK operates.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASTON LABS CO. | Jun 2026 | Series A | Lead |
| Aston Power | Jun 2026 | Series A | Lead |
| Exponent Energy | Jun 2026 | Series B Extension | Lead |
| Divirod | Jun 2026 | Seed Round | Lead |
| C2i Semiconductors | May 2026 | Series A | Co-investor |
Key People
🤝Robert Porter
Chief Financial Officer
Jason De Soto
Human Resources Principal
Jennifer Edwards
Communications Principal
Ryan Heshmati
Corporate Venture Capital Intern
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
