Dakota Venture Group

General contacts

Investor type

VC / PE / Angel

Founded

2006

AUM

$2 M

Location

Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States

Investment Ticket

$10-50 m

Investment Stage

Seed Pre-seed Series A

Region of investment

North America

Investor profile last updated: 01 September, 2026

Profile

Dakota Venture Group is a student-led venture capital firm based in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Founded in 2006, it is recognized as the first student-run venture capital fund, providing unique opportunities for University of North Dakota students to engage in venture capital and angel investing. The firm stands out by offering early engagement in these fields, fostering an entrepreneurial spirit among its members.

The firm invests in high-growth ventures across the United States, with a particular emphasis on innovation and economic growth in the Midwest. Dakota Venture Group has a diverse portfolio and focuses on rigorous due diligence and strategic capital allocation. They manage $2M in assets and involve over 200 students in their investment processes, providing hands-on experience that enhances career prospects for their members.

Notable investments include:
- Various high-growth ventures - fostering innovation
- Diverse portfolio - solidifying commitment
- Engaged student body - shaping future careers
- Focus on Midwest - driving economic growth
- Early engagement - unique opportunities for students.

Industry

Technology Media and Entertainment Marketing and Advertising Gaming Fintech Financial Services Edtech Education Business Services (B2B) Agriculture Biotechnology Consumer Products Consumer Services (B2C) Healthcare Services SaaS Software

Dakota Venture Group Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
Harvest Fund I	Venture Capital (VC)	Agriculture Biotechnology Consumer Products Consumer Services (B2C) Healthcare Services SaaS Software Technology	Pre-seed Seed	North America	$5-10 m	—	November 2012

Contacts

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Sameer Romani Managing Director of Business Development

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Collin Horning Managing Director of Finance

Managing Director of Finance

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FAQs about Dakota Venture Group

Is Dakota Venture Group a venture capital or private equity firm?

Dakota Venture Group is a venture capital and private equity firm that also operates as an angel investor. It backs companies at Seed, Pre-seed and Series A, writing tickets of $10-50 m.

Where is Dakota Venture Group located?

Dakota Venture Group is located in Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States.

When was Dakota Venture Group founded?

Dakota Venture Group was founded in 2006.

What sectors and industries does Dakota Venture Group invest in?

Dakota Venture Group invests in companies and startups in Technology, Media and Entertainment, Marketing and Advertising, Gaming, Fintech, Financial Services, Edtech, Education, Business Services (B2B), Agriculture, Biotechnology, Consumer Products, Consumer Services (B2C), Healthcare Services, SaaS, Software.

What is Dakota Venture Group geographical focus of investments?

Dakota Venture Group invests in companies and startups in North America.

At what stages of companies and startups does Dakota Venture Group typically invest in?

Dakota Venture Group invests in companies and startups at Seed, Pre-seed, Series A.

What is the usual amount of Dakota Venture Group investment?

Dakota Venture Group usually invests $10-50 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Dakota Venture Group?

Dakota Venture Group has around $2m assets under management.

When was Dakota Venture Group last fund created?

Dakota Venture Group last fund was created/launched in 2012-11-15

What are the contacts of Dakota Venture Group?

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