Winnebago Seed Fund

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Investor type

PE / VC

Founded

2016

AUM

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Location

Neenah, Wisconsin, United States

Investment Ticket

$0-1 m

Investment Stage

Seed

Region of investment

North America
Investor profile last updated: 13 August, 2026

Profile

Winnebago Seed Fund is a venture capital firm based in Neenah, Wisconsin, established in 2016. The firm is managed by David Trotter, who is a Northeast Wisconsin native with extensive experience, having managed over $350 million in client assets as a portfolio manager. The fund benefits from a network of successful venture fund managers and an investment committee made up of experienced professionals from diverse backgrounds.

The firm employs a 'Money for Minnows' investment strategy, meaning it focuses on being the first investor in startup companies rather than focusing on specific technologies or products. This strategy is in contrast to the 'Whale Hunting' strategy employed by some funds, which target large returns from select high-potential companies. Winnebago Seed Fund specifically focuses on seed investments in Northeast Wisconsin startups, collaborating closely with local entrepreneurs to rapidly grow their businesses.

Notable aspects of the fund include its connection to the Badger Fund of Funds I, which supports Wisconsin-based venture capital funds, and strategic partnerships with firms such as Sun Mountain Capital and Kegonsa Capital Partners. However, specific portfolio companies were not disclosed on the site.

Industry

Software Technology Media and Entertainment Healthcare Services Business Services (B2B) Consumer Products Consumer Services (B2C) E-commerce/Marketplace Fintech VR/AR HealthTech

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FAQs about Winnebago Seed Fund

Winnebago Seed Fund is a venture capital and private equity firm. It backs companies at Seed, writing tickets of $0-1 m.
Winnebago Seed Fund is located in Neenah, Wisconsin, United States.
Winnebago Seed Fund was founded in 2016.
Winnebago Seed Fund invests in companies and startups in Software, Technology, Media and Entertainment, Healthcare Services, Business Services (B2B), Consumer Products, Consumer Services (B2C), E-commerce/Marketplace, Fintech, VR/AR, HealthTech.
Winnebago Seed Fund invests in companies and startups in North America.
Winnebago Seed Fund invests in companies and startups at Seed.
Winnebago Seed Fund usually invests $0-1 m on average.
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