We convene and connect the next generation of
AI-native founders—architects of systems, ideas, and
companies that redefine how the world works.
We believe that the future belongs to those who build. We convene and connect the next generation of AI-native founders — architects of systems, ideas, and companies that redefine how the world works.
What is Jackson Square Ventures?
Jackson Square Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm based in San Francisco. Since 2011, the firm has partnered with founders building software and marketplace companies at formative moments, investing more than $700 million across multiple funds.
What does Jackson Square Ventures invest in?
JSV focuses on seed and Series A investments in software and marketplace companies. The firm partners with founders at pivotal early stages, providing both capital and a network of experienced operators and fellow founders.
What is the JSV Book Club?
The JSV Book Club is an intellectual community of more than 250 founders, CEOs, and limited partners. Members gather regularly to discuss ideas shaping business and technology, and receive complimentary books courtesy of Merrill.
What is the JSV Startup Ride?
The Startup Ride is a weekly cycling event that brings together founders and investors every Friday morning. Riders depart from San Francisco, cross the Golden Gate Bridge, climb to Hawk Hill, and finish at Rodeo Beach—fueling candid conversations along the way.
What is Launchpad by Jackson Square Ventures?
Launchpad is a 10-week summer accelerator for early-stage startups. Selected teams receive $35,000 on a SAFE and work in person at JSV's San Francisco office, gaining direct access to partners, advisors, and the broader JSV network.
What is Jackson Square Ventures?
Jackson Square Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm based in San Francisco. Since 2011, the firm has partnered with founders building software and marketplace companies at formative moments, investing more than $700 million across multiple funds.
What does Jackson Square Ventures invest in?
JSV focuses on seed and Series A investments in software and marketplace companies. The firm partners with founders at pivotal early stages, providing both capital and a network of experienced operators and fellow founders.
What is the JSV Book Club?
The JSV Book Club is an intellectual community of more than 250 founders, CEOs, and limited partners. Members gather regularly to discuss ideas shaping business and technology, and receive complimentary books courtesy of Merrill.
What is the JSV Startup Ride?
The Startup Ride is a weekly cycling event that brings together founders and investors every Friday morning. Riders depart from San Francisco, cross the Golden Gate Bridge, climb to Hawk Hill, and finish at Rodeo Beach—fueling candid conversations along the way.
What is Launchpad by Jackson Square Ventures?
Launchpad is a 10-week summer accelerator for early-stage startups. Selected teams receive $35,000 on a SAFE and work in person at JSV's San Francisco office, gaining direct access to partners, advisors, and the broader JSV network.