Groove Capital
Minneapolis, MN · Website
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🔒 $•• – $••Thesis
Every founder deserves an equal opportunity to scale their business. Groove Capital backs great teams with the ability to capture compelling market opportunities, combining venture capital with an active angel network to accelerate the first check into Minnesota startups.
Likely not a fit for
No pre-product concepts (MVP required); does not typically invest at Series A or beyond; does not invest outside the Midwest except for compelling exceptions
How they invest
- Lead or follow
- Usually leads
- Typical decision
- ~2 weeks
- Warm intro
- Not required
- Involvement
- Observer
- Fund status
- Actively deploying
- Decision process
- Partnership vote
Partners & team
7 contacts on file
Portfolio
5x5 Insurance is a customer-focused aviation insurance provider that aims to make aviation insurance more transparent, accessible, and fair. The company utilizes data and technology to tailor coverage based on individual pilot performance and safety records.
AcQumen Medical is developing the first ultrasound and impedance-driven hemodynamic monitor for noninvasive, continuous, and accurate cardiac output in pediatric patients - empowering healthcare professionals with clinically relevant measurements and data analytics.
Adapt Fitness offers fitness classes and a gym environment focused on scalable and measurable workouts, including a run club for members.
Aegle is the first company that provides adaptive capital solutions to mitigate the volatility associated with high-cost healthcare claims.
Agitated Solutions is revolutionizing microbubble technologies in healthcare, providing innovative solutions for point-of-care diagnostics and therapies.
Agro Centra is involved in the supply of premium quality Indonesian cloves, suitable for various industries including food, beverages, tobacco, and spices.
All Clean Food is an organic, plant-based, and allergy-friendly meal provider that offers easy-prep, one-pan meals ready in 12 minutes. Their products are gluten-free and free from the top 14 allergens, making healthy eating easier for all.
Aurora delivers self-driving technology to make trucking safer, more reliable, and more efficient. The Aurora Driver is designed to integrate directly into existing freight operations and operate trucks nearly round-the-clock.
Babbl Labs offers an AI-powered platform for discovering and connecting brands with YouTube creators, facilitating partnerships and enhancing marketing strategies.
Backhouse is a purchasing platform for foodservice equipment and supplies, designed to simplify the procurement process for restaurant operators by sourcing options from vetted vendors and handling pricing, specifications, and negotiation.
Base.club is a social club for people who value depth and authentic connections. It offers membership perks and unique experiences.
BetterYou is a company that provides personalized wellness and productivity coaching within the health and wellness sector. The company utilizes AI tools that are informed by cognitive science to assist in developing healthier habits and addressing healthcare costs, targeting businesses, schools, and partners. BetterYou's services include behavioral nudges and incentives to support workplace engagement and manage stress and overall employee wellness.
Recent activity
- Dec 2025
Maxwell Labs
Pre-Seed · Lead
- Nov 2025
Claros Technologies
Pre-Seed · Lead
- Nov 2025
Vocxi Health
Pre-Seed · Lead
- Oct 2025
GUDEA
Pre-Seed · Lead
- Oct 2025
Carba
Pre-Seed · Lead
Groove Capital in the news
markets.businessinsider.com
Groove Capital Reaches Key Venture Capital Milestone: 100 Investments
1 month ago
The Manila Times
Groove Capital Reaches Key Venture Capital Milestone: 100 Investments
1 month ago
GlobeNewswire
Groove Capital Reaches Key Venture Capital Milestone: 100 Investments
1 month ago
finance.yahoo.com
Groove Capital Reaches Key Venture Capital Milestone: 100 Investments
1 month ago
medcitynews.com
Startup Raises $7M for Virtual-First Pediatric Therapy Model
2 months ago
PR Newswire
Ladder Health Raises $7M to Fix Pediatric Therapy's Waitlist Crisis
2 months ago
The Business Journals
Groove Capital gets new HQ in North Loop
Oct 2024
The Business Journals
40 Under 40: Mickayla Rosard
Mar 2024
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
U of M, in partnership with DEED, invests $2.5M in venture capital funds
Jul 2023
The Business Journals
2023 People to Watch: Mickayla Rosard, Groove's new partner
Jan 2023
The Business Journals
Meet Groove Capital's new partner, Mickayla Rosard, and her vision for the investment firm
Nov 2022
The Business Journals
Pre-seed investment company Groove Capital launches second fund, totaling $15M
Nov 2022
Twin Cities Business
Reed Robinson
Jan 2022
tcbmag.com
Groove Capital Forms Partnership to Accelerate Startup Mentorship
Nov 2021
Star Tribune
Next step for Twin Cities startups: Finding more wealthy Minnesotans to be angel investors
Sep 2021
Star Tribune
St. Paul app maker BetterYou raises $2.25 million
Jun 2021
Twin Cities Business
Early-Stage Investment Firm Groove Capital Raises $3.8M in First Close
Jan 2021
Twin Cities Business
Reed Robinson Wants to Rethink the ‘Friends and Family’ Round
Aug 2020
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