Investing in the future of cities

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Urban Innovation Fund

A venture capital firm that provides seed capital and regulatory support to entrepreneurs shaping the future of cities – helping them grow into tomorrow’s most valued companies.
 


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Investment strategy

The Urban Innovation Fund invests in startups enhancing the livability, sustainability, and economic vitality of our cities. We invest at the Pre-Seed and Seed stage in these areas:

 
  • Transportation

  • Climate tech

  • Proptech

  • Edtech

  • Fintech & small business services

  • Public health & safety

  • Civic tech

  • Food systems

 

Urban outcomes

As a world-positive fund, we publish an annual report that captures the real-world outcomes of our portfolio companies in urban areas around the globe. The 2023 Urban Outcomes Report includes quantitative data and case studies on companies tackling issues like solar panel recycling, community health, and sustainable finance.


Meet the team

Julie Lein
Managing Partner

Clara Brenner
Managing Partner

Andrew Felbinger
Principal

Jenieri Cyrus
Senior Associate