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Start Something Ventures
Start Something Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Indianapolis, Indiana. It invests in early-stage ideas and entrepreneurs, providing funding and...
Start Something Ventures
Start Something Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Indianapolis, Indiana. It invests in early-stage ideas and entrepreneurs, providing funding and support to startups. The firm has made 38 investments, including an unattributed investment in EtherMed on October 31, 2025.
General information
Firm type
Venture Capital
Year founded
2024
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Indianapolis
Corporate office
Indianapolis, IN, United States
Principals
Michael Kelly
Managing Partner
Michael Cloran
Managing Partner
Connor Love
Partner
Bob Carlson
Partner
Jason Whitney
Partner
Luke Avila
Associate
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Start Something Ventures?
Managing Partners Michael Kelly and Michael Cloran lead the firm's investment decisions. They are supported by Partners Connor Love, Bob Carlson, and Jason Whitney, as listed on the firm's website.
How does Start Something Ventures source deal flow?
The firm's sourcing model is not publicly detailed, though its public-facing 'Venture Declassified' podcast and a network of 250 co-investors suggest a community-driven pipeline. As an Indianapolis-based generalist early-stage investor, it likely draws from Midwest and founder-referral networks.
Is Start Something Ventures a traditional venture capital fund?
No, the firm functions as a structured angel collective. It discloses over 250 individual investors co-investing into deals, which suggests a syndicate or network model rather than a blind-pool fund with limited partners.
Does Start Something Ventures participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
The firm's disclosed activity centers on direct early-stage investments into companies. There is no public indication that it makes fund-of-fund commitments or invests in other venture vehicles.
What is the 'Venture Declassified' podcast?
"Venture Declassified" is a podcast produced by Start Something Ventures. It provides practical insights and a deeper understanding of the investment landscape, tailored for angel investors who are learning the fundamentals of investing.
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