Cervin

Cervin is an early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2011 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California. It invests in entrepreneurs building enterprise technology companies, with a focus on enterprise applications, infrastructure and tools. Its stated technical domains include AI, data infrastructure, cloud software, cybersecurity, enterprise networking, fintech, enterprise applications, and developer and enterprise tools.

The firm has invested in more than 50 companies across three geographies: the United States, Israel and India. Its investment approach emphasises revenue discipline, rapid progress toward product-market fit, and backing founders it describes as disciplined and category-leading, with an orientation toward building enduring companies rather than short-cycle outcomes. Specific fund sizes and check sizes are not disclosed in the materials reviewed.

Cervin operates a dedicated portfolio services function that works with companies before and after investment. Support covers product and market strategy, go-to-market planning, business development, operations and talent acquisition, as well as introductions to domain experts and potential customers. The firm positions itself as contributing more than capital, with hands-on involvement alongside founders.