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American Express Ventures
American Express Ventures runs early-stage venture investments from Palo Alto.
American Express Ventures
American Express Ventures is the venture arm of American Express, established in November 2011 with $100 million. It focuses on strategic investments in start-ups through Digital Commerce initiatives. The firm has made 144 investments and 41 portfolio exits, with the latest exit being Trellis on March 10, 2026, and the latest investment being in Worth as part of their Series A - II on March 24, 2026.
General information
Firm type
Venture Capital
Year founded
—
AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Palo Alto
Corporate office
Palo Alto, United States
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at American Express Ventures?
Leadership names are not disclosed in public sources.
Does American Express Ventures participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
The unit focuses on direct venture investments at early and expansion stages.
What investment stages does American Express Ventures typically target?
Seed, start-up, and expansion or late-stage rounds.
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