Catapult Ventures

Catapult Ventures is an investment firm for pre-seed and seed-stage startups where hardware, embedded systems and software meet. It was founded by Darren Liccardo and Rouz Jazayeri, who together have over thirty years of operating experience. They invest as people who have built technology into revenue-earning businesses.

Products and services

• Early-stage funding: it often leads rounds, and also joins them alongside other investors.
• Follow-on capital: it keeps significant funds back for later rounds.
• Interdisciplinary focus: backing for founders who gain an edge by combining fields.

Who it serves

The firm looks for founders working on artificial intelligence, automation, robotics, internet-of-things and embedded systems. These can affect industries such as automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, construction, logistics, consumer electronics and healthcare. Portfolio examples include imaging radar, small satellite launch, farm robotics and building automation.

Key facts

• Founders: Darren Liccardo and Rouz Jazayeri
• Stage: pre-seed and seed