Arafura Ventures
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VC
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AUM
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Location
Palo Alto, California, United States
Investor profile last updated: 18 August, 2026
Profile
Arafura Ventures was formed by Joe Kennedy and Marc Philips for the specific purpose of establishing an investment fund focused on US based technology startups and early stage Internet software companies.Arafura Ventures is based in Palo Alto, in the heart of the Silicon Valley, California. The Valley is perhaps the most exciting place in the world, incredibly rich in talent, enthusiasm and entrepreneurship. It's the world centre of technical minds and innovation and continues to spawn high growth and incredibly successful companies. The Valley also has pretty good soil for growing vege's, if you're into that.
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FAQs about Arafura Ventures
Is Arafura Ventures a venture capital or private equity firm?
Arafura Ventures is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed, writing tickets of $1-5 m.
Where is Arafura Ventures located?
Arafura Ventures is located in Palo Alto, California, United States.
When was Arafura Ventures founded?
Arafura Ventures was founded in .
What sectors and industries does Arafura Ventures invest in?
Arafura Ventures invests in companies and startups in Fintech, Media and Entertainment, Software, Telecommunications, Business Services (B2B), Financial Services, Internet and Web Services, IT Services, SaaS, Technology.
What is Arafura Ventures geographical focus of investments?
Arafura Ventures invests in companies and startups in North America, Australia and others.
At what stages of companies and startups does Arafura Ventures typically invest in?
Arafura Ventures invests in companies and startups at Seed.
What is the usual amount of Arafura Ventures investment?
Arafura Ventures usually invests $1-5 m on average.
What are the contacts of Arafura Ventures?
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