About Us

196 Ventures is an early-stage venture fund focused on the future of human development. We are investing in learning and workforce technology focused business models that elevate the trajectory of the learning continuum. With offices in Boston and Tokyo, we offer a sector-specific and uniquely global perspective to the entrepreneurs we partner with, adding differentiated value while we help them scale and grow.

As a team of investors, operators and domain experts, we actively guide our portfolio companies through the challenges of establishing strong early-stage go-to-market strategies, proper governance practices, prudent financial structures; all the while preparing them for future growth. We are former entrepreneurs, operators, and educators.