Battery Ventures
Global technology-focused investment firm with a long history backing software, infrastructure, and consumer companies.
Battery is the rare VC firm that actually knows what they're doing with industrial tech and vertical software — not just another fund chasing consumer trends. Their partners have genuine operating experience and they stick around post-investment. The downside? They can be painfully slow to make decisions and their process is more rigorous than most founders expect. They're also not the fund to go to if you want quick checks or flashy brand names. But if you're building boring software that makes real money, particularly in industrial or B2B contexts, Battery gets it in a way that most Sand Hill Road firms don't.
- —Best for: B2B SaaS and industrial tech companies with proven metrics
- —Watch out for: Slow decision-making process and extensive due diligence
- —Known for: Deep sector expertise and long-term partnership approach
Battery focuses on application software and industrial technology companies, particularly those applying software to transform traditional industries. They invest across stages from Series A through growth, with a sweet spot in B2B SaaS and industrial automation.
Series A to growth stage, heavily concentrated in enterprise software, industrial tech, and infrastructure. Portfolio skews toward B2B SaaS companies with proven unit economics and clear path to $100M+ revenue.
Former operator turned investor, focuses on application software. Known for being founder-friendly and hands-on with go-to-market strategy. Founders appreciate his direct communication style.
20+ year Battery veteran who led investments in HubSpot and Nutanix. Deep enterprise software expertise, particularly around infrastructure and dev tools. Reputation for being thorough but slow to decide.
Former McKinsey consultant who joined Battery in 2014. Focuses on industrial technology and supply chain software. Known for her analytical approach and strong pattern recognition in industrial markets.
Have a specific question about Battery Ventures?
Ask Bernie →