Tensility Venture Partners

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Investor type

VC

Founded

2016

AUM

-

Location

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Investment Ticket

$1-5 m

Investment Stage

Pre-seed Seed

Region of investment

North America

ESG Focus

Women People of color and other minorities
Investor profile last updated: 13 August, 2026

Profile

Tensility Venture Partners is a venture capital firm based in Chicago, Illinois, founded in 2010. The firm was established by Wayne Boulais and Armando, both seasoned investors with extensive experience in the AI sector. Tensility is known for its exclusive focus on AI-first software and services, leveraging deep technical acumen to support entrepreneurs in transforming industries through artificial intelligence.

The firm primarily invests in early-stage companies, focusing on sectors such as security, digital health, and vertical industry applications. Tensility typically invests in seed and early-stage rounds, with check sizes ranging from $1-5 million. The firm has a strong presence in North America and has invested in over 50 AI and data-driven companies. Tensility's portfolio includes notable companies like DocuSign, YCharts, Kenna Security, and FourKites.

Tensility's investment strategy emphasizes AI-driven innovations with strong margins and scaling potential. The firm supports domain expert founders and prioritizes solutions that require accuracy and proprietary data. With a commitment to transparency and adaptability, Tensility continues to nurture company growth and celebrate successful exits.

Industry

Cybersecurity HealthTech Infrastructure AI Software Security Digital

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Wayne Boulais Cofounder
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Armando Pauker Cofounder
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FAQs about Tensility Venture Partners

Tensility Venture Partners is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Pre-seed and Seed, writing tickets of $1-5 m.
Tensility Venture Partners is located in Chicago, Illinois, United States.
Tensility Venture Partners was founded in 2016.
Tensility Venture Partners invests in companies and startups in Cybersecurity, HealthTech, Infrastructure, AI, Software, Security, Digital.
Tensility Venture Partners invests in companies and startups in North America.
Tensility Venture Partners invests in companies and startups at Pre-seed, Seed.
Tensility Venture Partners usually invests $1-5 m on average.
Tensility Venture Partners invests and supports Women, People of color and other minorities startups and founders.
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