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Blue Mesa Partners
Blue Mesa Partners is an early-stage venture capital firm based in San Francisco that has backed high-growth disruptive startups since 1988. Founded by Marc...
Blue Mesa Partners
Blue Mesa Partners is an early-stage venture capital firm based in San Francisco that has backed high-growth disruptive startups since 1988. Founded by Marc Morgenstern, the firm takes an EQ-driven approach to dealmaking and serves as a mentor capitalist for innovative startups. Blue Mesa Partners focuses on pre-seed and early-stage investments, with significant exposure to AI and robotics through its founder's role as Mentor-at-Large for venture funds at UC Berkeley. Notable portfolio involvement includes serving as the first outside investor in Divergent 3D, a founding stockholder and advisor in LoungeBuddy (acquired by American Express), and a director at Unite Genomics. The firm leverages deep expertise in M&A, business negotiating, and founder dynamics, drawing on three decades of corporate and securities deal experience. Its investment philosophy emphasizes emotional intelligence in dealmaking and long-term value creation for portfolio companies.
General information
Firm type
Venture Capital
Location
Country
United States
City
San Francisco
Corporate office
San Francisco, United States
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
What is Blue Mesa Partners' investment focus?
Blue Mesa Partners focuses on early-stage, high-growth disruptive startups, with notable involvement in AI and robotics companies.
Who founded Blue Mesa Partners?
Blue Mesa Partners was founded by Marc Morgenstern, a veteran dealmaker, prolific author, and mentor capitalist.
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