Greater Colorado Ventures

Dan Baer and Monica Baer, co-founders and managing directors, lead investment decisions. Principal Jake Baer and Venture Partner Tyler Swinney also contribute to sourcing and deal evaluation.

The firm relies on deep local networks in Colorado's tech ecosystem, maintaining relationships with universities, incubators, and other venture firms. Their geographic focus reduces competition from coastal VCs and helps them find early-stage companies before they seek funding from larger funds.

The firm invests primarily at seed and Series A stages, with checks ranging from $500,000 to $2 million per deal. It sometimes follows on in later rounds for high-performing portfolio companies.

The firm makes direct investments in companies and does not appear to function as a fund-of-funds or allocate capital to other managers. It occasionally co-invests alongside other venture firms and angel groups.