Blue Bear Capital

General contacts

Investor type

PE / VC

Founded

2016

AUM

$540 M

Location

Los Angeles, California, United States

Investment Ticket

$10-50 m

Investment Stage

Series B Series A Seed Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

North America

ESG Focus

Impact investor

Investor profile last updated: 16 August, 2026

Profile

Blue Bear Capital is a venture capital and early growth equity firm based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2016. The firm is led by a team with extensive experience in the energy and technology sectors, including partners like Tim Kopra and Robert MacInnis. Blue Bear Capital distinguishes itself by focusing on AI-powered solutions to address energy, infrastructure, and climate challenges, leveraging a network of industry specialists to support its portfolio companies.

The firm invests in sectors such as sustainable energy production, electric grid infrastructure, transportation, logistics, and climate industries, including storm and wildfire protection, pollution reduction, and water management. Blue Bear Capital typically invests in Series A rounds and supports its entrepreneurs with capital, customer connections, and talent sourcing. The firm manages several funds, including Blue Bear Capital Fund II and Fund III, with a total AUM of over $300 million.

Notable investments by Blue Bear Capital include Avalo - biotechnology, Lastwall - network management software, ChargerHelp! - business productivity software, Hydrosat - business productivity software, and Energy Robotics - other hardware. These investments highlight the firm's commitment to supporting innovative technology companies in critical industries.

Industry

Education Internet and Web Services Other Security Software Transportation AI Technology Infrastructure Energy Logistics ClimateTech Financial Services Fintech Food and Beverage Foodtech Real Estate SaaS

Blue Bear Capital Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
Blue Bear Capital Fund II, LP	Venture Capital (VC)	Financial Services Fintech Food and Beverage Foodtech Real Estate SaaS Security Software Technology Energy	Pre-seed Seed	North America	$5-10 m	$150 M	September 2021
Blue Bear Capital Fund III, LP	Venture Capital (VC)	Financial Services Fintech Food and Beverage Foodtech Real Estate SaaS Security Software Transportation Energy	Pre-seed Seed	North America	$5-10 m	$160 M	November 2024

Contacts

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Vaughn Blake Partner

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Carolin Funk Partner

Partner

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FAQs about Blue Bear Capital

Is Blue Bear Capital a venture capital or private equity firm?

Blue Bear Capital is a venture capital and private equity firm. It backs companies at Series B, Series A, Seed and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $10-50 m.

Where is Blue Bear Capital located?

Blue Bear Capital is located in Los Angeles, California, United States.

When was Blue Bear Capital founded?

Blue Bear Capital was founded in 2016.

What sectors and industries does Blue Bear Capital invest in?

Blue Bear Capital invests in companies and startups in Education, Internet and Web Services, Other, Security, Software, Transportation, AI, Technology, Infrastructure, Energy, Logistics, ClimateTech, Financial Services, Fintech, Food and Beverage, Foodtech, Real Estate, SaaS.

What is Blue Bear Capital geographical focus of investments?

Blue Bear Capital invests in companies and startups in North America.

At what stages of companies and startups does Blue Bear Capital typically invest in?

Blue Bear Capital invests in companies and startups at Series B, Series A, Seed, Late Stage (Series C+).

What is the usual amount of Blue Bear Capital investment?

Blue Bear Capital usually invests $10-50 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Blue Bear Capital?

Blue Bear Capital has around $540m assets under management.

When was Blue Bear Capital last fund created?

Blue Bear Capital last fund was created/launched in 2024-11-21

Is Blue Bear Capital impact investor?

Yes, Blue Bear Capital is impact investor.

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