Entry stagePre-seed, Seed, Series A
Check size$250K to $1M
Leads roundsMostly follows
FocusEducation and work
Latest fundn/a
Investing team3 peopleNo activity since Sep
Who you would pitch at Acadian Ventures
3 people on the investing team, 2 of them partners who can make the call. Partners are listed first.
Jason CorselloGeneral PartnerHe has nearly 20 years of experience in human capital management, previously serving in executive roles at Cornerstone OnDemand and Wipro Limited.
Thomas OtterGeneral PartnerHe previously ran Otter Advisory and led product management at SAP SuccessFactors.
Audrey HandemPrincipal
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Writes $250K to $1M checks. Its smallest check is larger than 33% of firms in the atlas.
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Ownership target5-7%
How to reach them[email protected]
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In their words
Acadian Ventures | Future of Work Venture CapitalBacking founders building the new architecture of work. We invest in infrastructure, intelligence, automation, experience, and compliance technologies.www.acadianventures.com
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Raising a pre-seed or seed round? We write $1M to $5M first checks and help founders with distribution. A partner reads every deck.
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Questions
What stage does Acadian Ventures invest in?
Acadian Ventures reports entry at pre-seed, seed, series a.
How much does Acadian Ventures invest?
Acadian Ventures reports checks of $250K to $1M.
Does Acadian Ventures lead rounds?
Acadian Ventures mostly follows other investors.
Who are the partners at Acadian Ventures?
Jason Corsello (General Partner), Thomas Otter (General Partner).
Is Acadian Ventures active right now?
No recent activity since September 2026.
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