Outside VC

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Investor type

VC

Founded

2022

AUM

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Location

Denver, Colorado, United States

Investment Ticket

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Investment Stage

Pre-seed Seed

Region of investment

North America
Investor profile last updated: 16 August, 2026

Profile

Outside VC is a venture capital firm based in Denver, Colorado, founded in 2022. The firm is led by Ethan, who is known for his empathetic and energetic approach to investing. Outside VC positions itself as a 'friendvestor', offering support and guidance to founders beyond just financial backing. The firm is small, with a team of around 1-10 professionals, and prides itself on being approachable and founder-friendly.

Outside VC focuses on investing in the financial technology sector, with a particular interest in fintech, SaaS, AI, and consumer products. They typically invest in pre-seed and seed stages, with check sizes ranging from $200K to $300K. The firm primarily invests in the United States, aiming to support under-networked and non-traditional founders. Outside VC does not lead rounds but co-invests with other venture capital firms.

Notable investments by Outside VC include Benji - financial software, BON Credit - financial software, Upward - financial software, Boost My School - other financial services, and Abode Financial Holdings - financial software. These investments highlight the firm's focus on innovative financial solutions and its commitment to supporting early-stage companies.

Industry

Consumer Products Fintech SaaS AI

Contacts

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Ethan Austin Founder and GP
Founder and GP
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Kwame Boler CEO, Spritz
CEO, Spritz
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FAQs about Outside VC

Outside VC is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Pre-seed and Seed.
Outside VC is located in Denver, Colorado, United States.
Outside VC was founded in 2022.
Outside VC invests in companies and startups in Consumer Products, Fintech, SaaS, AI.
Outside VC invests in companies and startups in North America.
Outside VC invests in companies and startups at Pre-seed, Seed.
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