MadDog Ventures

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Investor type

Founded

2016

AUM

Location

Birmingham, Michigan, United States

Investment Ticket

$1-5 m

Investment Stage

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

Region of investment

North America Asia

Investor profile last updated: 12 August, 2026

Profile

MadDog Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Birmingham, Michigan, founded in 2016. The firm is led by Peter Karmanos, a former Chairman of Compuware, and Robert Cell, a General Partner. With a team of six professionals, MadDog Ventures distinguishes itself through its extensive network of technology executives and entrepreneurs, particularly in Michigan, which provides unique investment opportunities.

The firm primarily invests in companies that develop and market cloud-based business applications, focusing on software-enabled business models. MadDog Ventures targets early-stage to growth-stage investments across the United States, leveraging its Michigan network for deal flow. The firm recently closed a $26.7 million venture capital fund, although specific AUM details are not publicly disclosed.

Notable investments by MadDog Ventures include FreightVerify - supply chain tracking, Holmusk - healthcare analytics, and Playbook - media and information services. These investments reflect the firm's focus on technology-driven sectors and its commitment to reshaping industries through technological innovation.

Industry

Media and Entertainment Healthcare Services Cloud Business Services (B2B) Digital Financial Services SaaS Software IT Services

MadDog Ventures Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
Venture Capital Fund	Venture Capital (VC)	Business Services (B2B) Digital IT Services SaaS Software Cloud	Seed Series A Series B	North America	$1-5 m	—	September 2026

Contacts

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Peter Karmanos, Jr. General Partner & Fund Manager

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Bobby Schostak General Partner & Fund Manager

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FAQs about MadDog Ventures

Is MadDog Ventures a venture capital or private equity firm?

MadDog Ventures is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Series B, Series A, Seed and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $1-5 m.

Where is MadDog Ventures located?

MadDog Ventures is located in Birmingham, Michigan, United States.

When was MadDog Ventures founded?

MadDog Ventures was founded in 2016.

What sectors and industries does MadDog Ventures invest in?

MadDog Ventures invests in companies and startups in Media and Entertainment, Healthcare Services, Cloud, Business Services (B2B), Digital, Financial Services, SaaS, Software, IT Services.

What is MadDog Ventures geographical focus of investments?

MadDog Ventures invests in companies and startups in North America, Asia.

At what stages of companies and startups does MadDog Ventures typically invest in?

MadDog Ventures invests in companies and startups at Series B, Series A, Seed, Late Stage (Series C+).

What is the usual amount of MadDog Ventures investment?

MadDog Ventures usually invests $1-5 m on average.

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