The Urban Innovation Fund invests in startups transforming massive, regulated industries. With $300M+ in assets, we write $500K–$3.5M seed checks — pairing capital with hands-on support and regulatory insights for founders building in these critical sectors:
⚡Energy 🚚 Transportation & logistics 🏥 Health 🏭 Manufacturing 💳 Fintech 🏛️ Govtech
⚖️ Regtech 🏠 Proptech 🚨 Security & public safety 💼 Future of work 🎓 Edtech
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Urban outcomes
We back technologies that underpin our built world, strengthen our social systems, and drive economic vitality. Our annual Urban Outcomes Report captures quantitative data and case studies on portfolio companies tackling issues like government permitting, at-home cancer screening, and e-waste recycling.
Meet the team
Julie Lein
Managing Partner
Clara Brenner
Managing Partner
Andrew Felbinger
Partner
Jenieri Cyrus
Senior Associate