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Stage 2 Capital

Boston, MA · Invests in US · Website

SeedSeries AE-commerce & MarketplacesB2B SaaSAI & Machine LearningDeveloper ToolsFintechEnterprise SoftwareFintech & PaymentsHR Tech & Future of WorkDeveloper Tools & Infrastructure

Thesis

Stage 2 Capital is the first VC fund backed by 1,000+ GTM executives. Using a two-person pod model (traditional VC + GTM operator), the firm helps B2B software companies scale through go-to-market expertise and access to a curated executive LP network.

Likely not a fit for

Consumer companies, hardware, deep tech without clear GTM path, pre-revenue companies without product-market fit signals

How they invest

Lead or follow
Usually leads
Typical decision
~1 month
Warm intro
Preferred
Involvement
Takes a board seat
Fund status
Actively deploying
Assets under mgmt
$245M
Decision process
Partnership vote

Partners & team

7 contacts on file

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Jay Po

General PartnerCo-Founder & Managing Partner · Primary contact

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Kevin Swain

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Mark Roberge

General PartnerCo-Founder & Managing Director

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Mandy Cole

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Liz Christo

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Anu Maheshwari

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Portfolio

AeroCloudEnterprise Software

AeroCloud is a cloud-based airport management software platform designed to optimize airport operations and enhance the passenger experience through advanced technology, including AI and machine learning.

AldoaEnterprise Software

Aldoa is a modern software platform designed specifically for geotechnical engineering and construction materials testing (CMT) firms, enabling them to streamline field data collection, automate reporting, and manage projects efficiently.

American AI LogisticsEnterprise Software

American AI Logistics provides end-to-end government RFQ response automation and predictive procurement intelligence through its products AutoBid and Historian, which streamline the bidding process and predict government purchasing trends.

AptEdgeEnterprise Software

AptEdge provides AI-powered technical support solutions for B2B software companies, enhancing support workflows and improving resolution times through integrated knowledge management.

ArcadeMarketing Adtech

Arcade is a platform that enables users to create interactive product demos and storytelling experiences quickly and easily. With features like a Creator Studio for on-brand visuals and personalization tools, Arcade helps businesses enhance their marketing and sales efforts through engaging product narratives.

AthenicEnterprise Software

Athenic AI is an AI-powered data analyst and business intelligence reporting tool designed for SaaS, CPG, and manufacturing sectors, enabling users to access and analyze data through natural language queries.

BecauseEcommerce Marketplaces

Because offers thoughtfully designed personal care essentials, focusing on products for bladder protection and incontinence management, delivered discreetly to customers.

BlerpMedia Entertainment

Blerp is a platform that provides soundboard tools for streamers and content creators, allowing them to integrate sounds, alerts, and monetization features into their streams.

BloomfilterEnterprise Software

Bloomfilter provides a Process Intelligence Platform that combines process mining, predictive algorithms, and AI to enhance the software development lifecycle, making it observable, measurable, and improvable.

BountiEdtech

Bounti is a mobile training and operations platform designed specifically for deskless workers, empowering frontline staff with tools for employee training, checklists, and communication all in one app. The platform aims to enhance the work lives of hourly workers, making it easier for them to perform their jobs effectively.

BuiltFirstEnterprise Software

BuiltFirst provides a no-code platform for businesses to create and manage their own partner marketplaces, enabling them to showcase services, integrations, and deals from various providers, enhancing their partner ecosystem.

CableFintech Payments

Cable automates control testing for banks and fintechs, ensuring compliance with various regulatory frameworks without manual intervention.

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Stage 2 Capital Research Investment Thesis Stage 2 Capital is a distinctive B2B software-focused venture capital firm and the first VC fund backed by more than 1,000 go-to-market (GTM) executives. Founded in 2018 by Jay Po (former Bessemer Venture Partners) and Mark Roberge (founding CRO at HubSpot, Harvard Business School faculty), the firm was built on the premise that the most critical challeng

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