Stride Ventures

Sun Mountain Capital invests across all stages – from early-stage Seed and Series A through expansion stage growth companies. This hybrid approach includes direct equity, private credit, pooled fund programs and customized investment solutions tailored to local economies. The Sun Mountain ApproachUnique vantage points reveal overlooked opportunities in uncrowded geographies: Our multi-faceted approach provides unique perspectives into market inefficiencies and opportunities. We know what to look for, where to look – and how to create value once we find what we’re looking for. We leverage our robust network and deep domain expertise to deploy appropriate resources: Companies require different types of capital throughout their life cycle. From early-stage equity rounds to senior secured loans, our programs and network cover the full spectrum of alternative asset financing. We continue to foster vibrant ecosystems and economies in previously underserved regions: Our fund-of-funds investments help develop a new generation of venture capital fund managers while supporting early-stage companies – achieving regional diversification with new, vibrant economies. Our Mission We strive to unlock meaningful opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors through flexible asset allocation strategies, customized investment programs and an uncompromising commitment to building vibrant venture capital ecosystems within underserved communities. Investment PrinciplesAim to provide competitive & attractive financial returns consistent with benchmarks Enable and support sustainable growth and an inclusive economy Seek opportunities that improve the lives where we live and work Adopt and maintain long-term thinking vs. short-term Invest where we can make a lasting financial and economic impact Take a collaborative approach to build lasting ecosystems with engaged participants Foster entrepreneurship and innovation in all markets we operate in, not just companies we invest in Identify areas where we can add value through our experience, network, and design-focused thinking Deep credit expertise meets equity analysis All members of the Sun Mountain team have deep experience in their respective fields, including equity investing, company management and operations, private credit, structured finance, and more.

Trestle Partners is a private investment fund investing solely in pre-Series A and Series A SaaS businesses. We provide capital to founders so they can continue to scale without committing to the Bay Area's single-track approach to growth. Our founders have built platforms with strong product-market fit and responsible growth patterns. Our Approach We believe the SaaS business model is the most efficient in history. Given its inherent attributes (recurring revenue, high gross margin, controllable cost structure), founders can scale a SaaS business more efficiently now than ever before. So why has the average early-stage financing grown >3x in the last 8 years? Because the VCs who invest in this space have raised enormous funds and need to increase the size of their investments to make their own economics work. We believe this focus on huge rounds has created a dependence on unrealistic growth expectations, which has led to a couple of enormous success stories... but far more failures. Trestle offers founders the ability to continue to grow their business and hit milestones, while keeping their options open and avoiding the pitfalls that come with the traditional VC path.

Pioneering an ecosystem that didn’t exist before. We lead funding rounds independently, invest fast, and help founders move from validating their problem statement to raising their next round within 3–6 months - building an ecosystem that backs founders faster and farther than anyone else. PedalStart is India’s largest founder-first ecosystem - built to accelerate the journey from idea to investment. We partner with founders at the very beginning of their journey, helping them validate their ideas, build scalable business models, and raise capital - faster than ever before. At PedalStart, we lead investment rounds independently, close deals within 48 hours, and help startups move from inception to their next round of funding within just a few months. Our conviction-led approach allows us to invest early - at the inception, pre-seed, and seed stages - giving founders the resources and direction they need to execute rapidly and grow sustainably. Beyond capital, we bring hands-on mentorship, deep operational support, and an unmatched network of investors, mentors, and industry leaders - helping founders not just raise funds, but build lasting businesses. We’re not an accelerator on paper - we’re a team that gets in the trenches with you to build your startup. Early believers: We help founders at their earliest stages regardless of their age. Independent leaders: We improve the success rate of our startups. Operator-first approach: Our companies have a track record of becoming billion dollar companies. Speed with substance: We give startups a huge fundraising advantage.

Lewis & Clark Ventures was founded by former founders and operators to support the tech ecosystem. We’ve built venture-backed companies and have navigated the terrain of going from idea to exit multiple times. We are excited to partner with dynamic founders them on their journey to build successful companies. What We Look For Stage | Sectors Late seed through Series A and are sector agnostic technology investors. Investment We typically invest between $2M - $3M in our initial investment, but have flexibility in either direction. Between The Coasts We seek to fund companies in geographies that are overlooked by coastal venture funds Market Large opportunity, with high growth potential. Founder | Team We look for founders that have a big vision, a bold idea, and a strong ability to build and lead a great team - an exceptional founding team with either previous startup experience, domain expertise, or are very close to the problem they’re solving. Role We prefer to lead investments, but this is not always a requirement. Market-Fit We look for rapidly accelerating growth metrics and lean toward a minimum of $500K - $1M in revenue. Customers Companies that are establishing strong product-market-fit through close customer relationships, and are beginning to demonstrate a consistent go-to-market process. Mission To partner with visionary founders to build iconic companies between the coasts. Our Ethos Empathy As former founders, we are rooted in understanding and supporting the founders’ journey. People who embark on this journey command our respect. Execute We take pride in doing great work and care about the details. Initiative is in our DNA and we always have a bias towards action. Navigate The path to success and significance is rarely a straight line and decisions are rarely black and white. We believe in navigating the complexity of startups with our experience to accelerate growth. Shoot Straight As partners for the long term, we believe an open, transparent and candid communication style, based on mutual respect and trust, is the best way to communicate and achieve the best results. Smart Growth We believe in smart growth, not growth at all costs. We work with founders to build sustainable, enduring companies, combining rapid growth built on a foundation of strong fundamentals. True Partners We believe that the people you surround yourself with make the difference in life. We work with people we respect, that challenge us to dream bigger, and that we enjoy spending time with. We support each other and win as a team.

Forest Partners is a leading, independent venture capital firm in South Korea focused on investing in Korean founder-led, early-stage to growth companies. The firm has three major businesses: Venture Capital, Growth/Private Equity, and Public Equity. Our unique platform with full-stack capabilities allows us to outperform across cycles. It also enables cross-over collaboration between our Venture Capital, Growth/Private Equity, and Public Equity teams to make strategic investment decisions as our private companies crossover into the public market. Our vision is to grow together with great companies so that we can become the go-to alternative investment firm in Asia. OUR VALUES Based on trust-based partnerships, our team is committed to enabling growth and creative outcomes for all our partners. Our team is driven by the following values: Passion for Excellence: Passion for excellence permeates every investment decision and the long-term supporting role we play for the founders we back in order to secure maximized, solid returns for our investors. Independent Thinking: Our investment decisions are driven by independent thinking and we aim to make a lasting impact for companies at their pivotal moments of growth. Professional Integrity: We hold ourselves to the highest standards of professional integrity in everything we do and are committed to transparency.

Zukunft gestalten. Mit Weitblick investieren. Regionen stärken. Wir entwickeln neue Geschäftsmodelle und investieren in Start-ups. Als Teil der Genossenschaftlichen FinanzGruppe bauen wir ein „Beyond Banking“-Ökosystem, das konsequent die Lebenswelten unserer Kunden und Mitglieder in den Mittelpunkt stellt und regionale Strukturen stärkt. Im Kern unserer Arbeit stehen deshalb die Fragen: In welchen Lebenswelten bewegen sich Menschen heute und in Zukunft? Wie können wir unternehmerische Lösungen wertvoll und nachhaltig schaffen? Wo stecken neue Geschäftsmodelle in einer immer komplexer werdenden Welt? INVEST IN PEOPLE Wir investieren in Ideen von morgen mit nachhaltigem Mehrwert und einem spürbaren Impact auf alltägliche Lebensbereiche der Menschen. Durch strategische Investments in zukunftsfähige Geschäftsmodelle, fördern wir erfolgversprechende Start-ups innerhalb und außerhalb der Finanzgruppe und erweitern damit das genossenschaftliche Ökosystem. Unser Ziel ist es, Start-ups mit großem Potential zu entdecken, zu unterstützen und mit ihnen partnerschaftliche Beziehungen aufzubauen. Wir wollen Start-ups dabei helfen, ihr volles Potential auszuschöpfen und gleichzeitig die genossenschaftlichen Werte fördern. THINK BEYOND BANKING Wir gehen neue Wege und entwickeln mit unseren Partnern Geschäftsmodelle und Unternehmen. Vom Trendscouting über die Validierung ökosystemisch relevanter Geschäftsmodelle bis hin zur Markteinführung: In unserem Venture Builder vereinen wir jahrzehntelange Erfahrung einer der größten Bankengruppen Europas mit der Expertise von erfahrenen Entrepreneur:innen, Entwickler:innen und Designer:innen.