Zane Venture Fund

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Investor type

Founded

2018

AUM

$25 M

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Investment Ticket

$0-1 m

Investment Stage

Seed Series A

Region of investment

North America

ESG Focus

Impact investor People of color and other minorities

Investor profile last updated: 30 August, 2026

Profile

Zane Venture Fund is a venture capital firm based in Atlanta, Georgia, founded in 2018. Led by Managing Partner Shila Nieves Burney, who has over 20 years of experience in national health initiatives, the firm is committed to addressing the capital gap for diverse founders. The team is composed of diverse entrepreneurs, investors, and operators who provide not only capital but also mentorship and access to a robust network of resources.

The fund focuses on investing in tech-enabled solutions across sectors such as healthcare, financial services, and information technology. Zane Venture Fund typically invests in early-stage companies, with a particular emphasis on the Southeast region of the United States. The firm manages Zane Venture Fund I, which was launched in 2021 with an AUM of $25 million. The fund has a strong track record, with a follow-on multiplier of 24x and $40 million in follow-on funding across its portfolio.

Notable investments include MDisrupt - healthcare technology, Simpliworks - business productivity software, Untapped Solutions - human capital services, Ome - household appliances, and Freeing Returns - business productivity software. These companies exemplify Zane's commitment to investing in innovative solutions that address significant market needs.

Industry

IT Services Healthcare Services Financial Services HRTech Security Media and Entertainment Foodtech Food and Beverage Edtech Education Technology ClimateTech

Zane Venture Fund Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
Zane Venture Fund I	Venture Capital (VC)	Education Financial Services Healthcare Services Technology ClimateTech	Seed Series A	North America	$5-10 m	$25 M	May 2021

Contacts

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Shila Nieves General Partner

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Sig Mosley Venture Partner

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FAQs about Zane Venture Fund

Is Zane Venture Fund a venture capital or private equity firm?

Zane Venture Fund is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed and Series A, writing tickets of $0-1 m.

Where is Zane Venture Fund located?

Zane Venture Fund is located in Atlanta, Georgia, United States.

When was Zane Venture Fund founded?

Zane Venture Fund was founded in 2018.

What sectors and industries does Zane Venture Fund invest in?

Zane Venture Fund invests in companies and startups in IT Services, Healthcare Services, Financial Services, HRTech, Security, Media and Entertainment, Foodtech, Food and Beverage, Edtech, Education, Technology, ClimateTech.

What is Zane Venture Fund geographical focus of investments?

Zane Venture Fund invests in companies and startups in North America.

At what stages of companies and startups does Zane Venture Fund typically invest in?

Zane Venture Fund invests in companies and startups at Seed, Series A.

What is the usual amount of Zane Venture Fund investment?

Zane Venture Fund usually invests $0-1 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Zane Venture Fund?

Zane Venture Fund has around $25m assets under management.

When was Zane Venture Fund last fund created?

Zane Venture Fund last fund was created/launched in 2021-05-21

Does Zane Venture Fund invest and support LGBTQ, female and other minorities startups and founders?

Zane Venture Fund invests and supports People of color and other minorities startups and founders.

Is Zane Venture Fund impact investor?

Yes, Zane Venture Fund is impact investor.

What are the contacts of Zane Venture Fund?

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