Reno Seed Fund
VC / PE / Angel
2019
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Reno, Nevada, United States
Profile
Reno Seed Fund is a leading angel investor based in Reno, Nevada, established in 2019. The fund is backed by a collaborative network of seasoned entrepreneurs, executives, and angel investors. The team includes Managing Partner Gene Wong, former investment banker with extensive experience in early-stage company financing, and Partner Robert Newell, who has notable experience in healthcare and technology sectors. The fund differentiates itself by having a significant local focus on Northern Nevada and offering ongoing guidance and strategic support to its portfolio companies.
Reno Seed Fund primarily invests in technology-enabled companies with a focus on early-stage ventures. They lead or co-lead investments alongside syndication partners, targeting companies within Northern Nevada and the wider Mountain West region. The fund employs a selective screening process and is actively involved with its investments, providing strategic counsel. While the exact total AUM and specific fund numbers are not disclosed, they have made substantial investments in an array of local startups.
Notable investments by Reno Seed Fund include MessageDesk, a SaaS platform providing messaging solutions, and DayaMed, a company focused on healthcare delivery improvements. The firm has played a pivotal role in bringing these companies into the broader angel investment community and helping them scale effectively.
Industry
Reno Seed Fund Funds
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Size | AUM | Launch date |
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Reno Seed Fund
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Angel investor
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Healthcare Services
SaaS
Technology
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Seed
Series A
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North America
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$0-1 m
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August 2026
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