Description:SWS Venture Capital is a boutique venture capital firm located in Pasadena, California. Founded by esteemed entrepreneur and Green Dot Corporation Founder and CEO Steve Streit, the firm specializes in both active and passive investments in early-stage companies, particularly within the consumer products and technology sectors.
As an active investor, SWS Venture Capital is dedicated to partnering with passionate entrepreneurs, offering essential strategic, operational, and financial support designed to nurture and develop businesses from their pre-revenue concepts into thriving, profitable enterprises. Through this hands-on approach, the firm aims to foster innovation and growth in the startups it supports.
In its capacity as a passive investor, SWS Venture Capital seeks collaborations with leading established venture capital firms. This initiative enables the firm to participate in fast-track funding opportunities for co-investments, where its domain expertise and extensive network provide a significant strategic advantage. SWS Venture Capital’s commitment to building strong partnerships and supporting entrepreneur-driven growth underscores its pivotal role in the evolving landscape of venture capital and private equity.