Where product founders fit

"Connect has been instrumental in our journey building Hopkins. Sitar is always there for us in times of need - but equally important, always knows when to choose a hands-off approach. We'd pick Connect again every time!"

"Your job as a founder is to build something people really want and it’s precious to work with partners who obsess about that like you do. Connect has been a partner like that for us, understanding and backing our vision right from the start.”

“We chose Connect because they get what we're trying to build and are as excited as we are. They truly understand the problem we’re solving and the impact it can have, without us having to sell it to them. Not to mention great product builders - what else would you want?”

"You know that feeling when you have a groundbreaking idea, but VCs only care about spreadsheets filled with hypothetical numbers? Connect is the opposite of that. They dig deep to truly understand your vision—once they do, they commit fully."

"Throughout our journey, Connect have been nothing short of extraordinary: ensuring the necessary discipline to craft product-market fit and going the extra mile to help us raise an incredible Series A are only 2 landmarks of a relationship that defined how we built Accountable."

"The moment we met Connect, we knew we wanted to work with them. Their involvement gives us a stronger shot at success, not just because they provide capital, but because they add real value to the equation. With Connect, we have the kind of partner every company hopes for: one that truly elevates our potential."

"We're fortunate that it was a competitive raise, with Connect winning out. We've known Pietro, Rory and Sitar since our pre-seed and in them we've found the partners who are thoughtful, obsessed with the problem, and obsessed with supporting companies at our stage. Liv and I couldn't be more excited."

From day zero to unicorn, our top VC. Connect has played an important role in helping TrueLayer grow from an idea into a leading payment network. For any product founders looking for their first VC, Connect is a no brainer.

"Connect Ventures led our pre-seed round. I honestly feel like one of the rare founders who has an investor who truly adds tremendous value to our strategic thinking and guidance as Purple Dot grows."