Entry stageSeed, Series A, Series B
Check size$1M to $30M+
Leads roundsYes
FocusDefense and space, Deep tech, Industrial, Dev tools and infra, Cybersecurity, Climate
Latest fundn/a
Investing team4 people1 activity update, latest Oct 10
Who you would pitch at Riot Ventures
4 people on the investing team, 2 of them partners who can make the call. Partners are listed first.
Stephen MarcusCo-Founder & General PartnerInvests in seed and growth stage companies.
Will CoffieldCo-Founder & General PartnerFocus: defense, aerospace, logistics, and advanced manufacturing.
Meghan MorelandPrincipalShe previously invested at B Capital Group and began her career at J.P.
Collier BernInvesting teamFocus: companies from the Riot ecosystem.
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Writes $1M to $30M+ checks. Its smallest check is larger than 83% of firms in the atlas.
Bars: how many firms in the atlas report each band. Highlighted: this firm.1 activity update since September, latest Oct 10.
Weekly count of activity updates. Activity is not a confirmed deal.Before you pitch
Ownership target7-10%
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Questions
What stage does Riot Ventures invest in?
Riot Ventures reports entry at seed, series a, series b.
How much does Riot Ventures invest?
Riot Ventures reports checks of $1M to $30M+.
Does Riot Ventures lead rounds?
Yes. Riot Ventures says it can lead.
Who are the partners at Riot Ventures?
Stephen Marcus (Co-Founder & General Partner), Will Coffield (Co-Founder & General Partner).
Is Riot Ventures active right now?
Riot Ventures has shown 1 activity update since September 2026, the latest on 2026-10-10.
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