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R1 Capital

Investor type

PE / VC

Founded

2026

AUM

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Location

Columbus, Ohio, United States

Investment Ticket

$10-50 m

Investment Stage

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

Region of investment

North America
Investor profile last updated: 06 June, 2026

Profile

R1 Capital is a venture firm built for visionary founders across enterprise AI/software, deep tech, and life sciences who focus on solving complex, real world problems in undercapitalized markets. Led by a team that has invested together for over a decade across multiple fund cycles, R1 invests across stages, partnering with founders to support creation, validation, and growth by providing the network and resources needed to build enduring businesses. With Midwest roots and national reach, R1 works alongside Rev1 Ventures’ studio and a deep venture partner network to deliver hands-on support and a platform that extends well beyond capital. R1 backs founders at defining moments - where potential becomes progress and momentum drives growth.

Industry

Software SaaS Fintech Digital AI Life Sciences Energy HealthTech Deeptech Financial Services

R1 Capital Funds

Name Type
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Industry
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Stage
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Region
Size AUM Launch date
R1 Capital Fund I
Venture Capital (VC)
Financial Services
Fintech
AI
Life Sciences
Deeptech
Pre-seed
Seed
North America
$5-10 m
June 2026
Tech Startup Fund
Venture Capital (VC)
Digital
Software
AI
Life Sciences
Energy
HealthTech
Deeptech
Seed
Series A
Series B
Late Stage (Series C+)
North America
$10-50 m
June 2026

Contacts

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Title
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Riley Shelton Associate
Associate
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Ryan Helon Chief Investments Officer & Managing Partner
Chief Investments Officer & Managing Partner
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FAQs about R1 Capital

R1 Capital is a venture capital and private equity firm. It backs companies at Series A, Seed, Series B and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $10-50 m.
R1 Capital is located in Columbus, Ohio, United States.
R1 Capital was founded in 2026.
R1 Capital invests in companies and startups in Software, SaaS, Fintech, Digital, AI, Life Sciences, Energy, HealthTech, Deeptech, Financial Services.
R1 Capital invests in companies and startups in North America.
R1 Capital invests in companies and startups at Series A, Seed, Series B, Late Stage (Series C+).
R1 Capital usually invests $10-50 m on average.
R1 Capital last fund was created/launched in 2026-06-03
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