About Pilot Mountain Ventures
Pilot Mountain Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2012. It is primarily based out of New York City, United States. As of Apr 2018, Pilot Mountain Ventures has invested in 16 companies. It primarily invests in Angel round in United States based startups. Its investments are spread across a wide range of sectors from Enterprise Applications to High Tech and Life Sciences. Most recently it participated in the $***** Series A round of Alievio Overall, Pilot Mountain Ventures portfolio has seen 4 acquisitions including key companies like Storj, First and Imperative. A lot of funds co-invest with Pilot Mountain Ventures, with names like VCapital sharing a substantial percentage of its portfolio. Pilot Mountain Ventures has team of 3 people including 1 partners.Key Metrics
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Pilot Mountain Ventures' List of Top Investments
Pilot Mountain Ventures has a portfolio of 16 companies. Their most notable investments include Storj and Freedom.Their portfolio spans across and United States. They have invested in Enterprise Applications, High Tech, Life Sciences and 10 other sectors, across stages such as Series A stage. Here is the list of top investments by Pilot Mountain Ventures:1. Storj
Storj is a decentralized cloud storage solutions provider. It provides a decentralized cloud storage platform that utilizes blockchain technology and peer-to-peer protocols. It also allows users to buy and sell digital storage space for Storj coins. The features include secure file encryption, compatibility, open-source support, etc.
Key facts about Storj
- Founded Year: 2014
- Location: Atlanta (United States)
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $5.05M
- Employee Count: 30 as on Aug 31, 2026
- Investors: Tank Stream Ventures, TechSquare Labs and 14 Others
- Latest Funding Round: ICO, May 25, 2017, $*****
- Highlight: Acquired
2. Freedom
Developer of a cross-platform app for website and app blocking. This application allows users to schedule sessions to block distracting websites and applications across multiple devices, including computers and mobile phones. The software aims to improve focus and productivity by limiting access to time-consuming digital distractions. It offers features such as scheduling, syncing across devices, and customizable blocking options. The app is designed to help individuals and teams manage their screen time and enhance their work efficiency.
Key facts about Freedom
- Founded Year: 2011
- Location: Durham (United States)
- Stage: Seed
- Employee Count: 124 as on Aug 31, 2026
- Investors: Pilot Mountain Ventures, Launch Chapel Hill and 1 Other
- Latest Funding Round: Angel, $*****
3. First
Network of agents providing real estate buying, selling, and renting services. The network offers resources for first-time buyers, those moving up, and those seeking rental properties. Advice is available on choosing an agent, finding a home, and understanding due diligence. Guides and resources cover home buying, selling, staging, and related topics.
Key facts about First
- Founded Year: 2014
- Location: Raleigh (United States)
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $8.79M
- Employee Count: 38 as on Jun 30, 2026
- Investors: Nine Four Ventures, Elevate Innovation Partners and 8 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series A, May 23, 2018, $*****
- Highlight: Acquired
4. Landit
Cloud-based workforce analytics platform for employee retention. User can connect with ICF-certified executive coaches who provide guidance and support which helps individuals navigate their career paths and develop their leadership skills. The platform offers curated skill development opportunities that align with the user’s career goals which includes access to training and resources that help users build competencies. The technology includes tools for mapping out career opportunities, helping users identify paths that align with their skills and interests.
Key facts about Landit
- Founded Year: 2014
- Location: New York City (United States)
- Stage: Series A
- Total Funding till date: $15M
- Employee Count: 37 as on Sep 30, 2026
- Investors: Workday Ventures, Xfund and 16 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series A, Feb 26, 2019, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
5. Kinetic
Provider of tech-driven injury reduction programs. It combines data analytics and wearable technology solutions to prevent workplace injuries. It uses AI to collect various data points and provides insights into recognition of unsafe conditions.
Key facts about Kinetic
- Founded Year: 2014
- Location: New York City (United States)
- Stage: Series A
- Total Funding till date: $15.8M
- Employee Count: 113 as on Aug 31, 2026
- Investors: SoundBoard Venture Fund, Prologis and 14 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series A, Nov 10, 2020, $*****
Pilot Mountain Ventures' Year-on-Year Investment Trends
Its most recent first time investment was in Alievio and most recent follow-on round was in Freedom.Pilot Mountain Ventures' Investments by Stage
Pilot Mountain Ventures has made 1 investment in Series A stage with an average round size of $5.7M.Pilot Mountain Ventures' Investments by Sector
Pilot Mountain Ventures has a diverse portfolio, with companies operating in the High Tech, Internet of Things - Industry Applications and Life Sciences. Notably, it has invested in 13 Tech companies, 12 Enterprise (B2B) companies, 7 Consumer (B2C) companies and at least 7 companies focusing on Software.Sector | No. of Investments |
|---|---|
High Tech | 1 |
Internet of Things - Industry Applications | 1 |
Life Sciences | 1 |
Note: We have considered here, only first round of investments
Pilot Mountain Ventures' Investments by Geography
Pilot Mountain Ventures has made most investments in United States (1).Pilot Mountain Ventures' recent investments
Pilot Mountain Ventures has not made any investment in 2026 so far.Here are the most recent investments by Pilot Mountain Ventures:
Filter this listDate | Company | Location | Round Details | Round Amount | Co-Investors |
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Apr 09, 2018 | United States | Series A | 6717 | [+3] | |
- | United States | Angel | 9681 | - |
Acquired companies in Pilot Mountain Ventures' Portfolio
4 companies from Pilot Mountain Ventures' portfolio have been acquired. The most recent acquisition was Storj in Oct 2025 by Inveniam IO for $*****.Here are Pilot Mountain Ventures' portfolio companies that got acquired most recently:
Company | Acquisition Date | First Invested on | First Round of Investment | Round Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Oct 22, 2025 | - | - | 5354 | |
Jun 05, 2024 | - | - | 8513 | |
Aug 16, 2022 | - | - | 3220 | |
Dec 18, 2019 | - | - | 7429 |
Team profile of Pilot Mountain Ventures
Pilot Mountain Ventures has a team of 3 members located in United States. Pilot Mountain Ventures' team does not sit on the board of any company as of now.Co-investors of Pilot Mountain Ventures
Over the past 8 years, 7 investors have co-invested in Pilot Mountain Ventures's portfolio companies. This includes funds and angels.
- Invested before Pilot Mountain Ventures: America’s Seed Fund, NIH and 2 others have invested in rounds before Pilot Mountain Ventures. There is 1 company where America’s Seed Fund has invested before Pilot Mountain Ventures and 1 company where NIH has invested before Pilot Mountain Ventures.
- Top Co-investors of Pilot Mountain Ventures: 3 investors entered a company along with Pilot Mountain Ventures. These include investors like VCapital (1 company).
Recent News related to Pilot Mountain Ventures
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Camras Vision will seek $15 million in funding in 2019North Carolina Business News Wire•May 04, 2018•Camras Vision, VCapital, InFocus Capital Partners, Triangle Venture Alliance and 3 others
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Camras Closes $5.7M Series A, Eyes Glaucoma ClinicalsNCBiotech•Apr 09, 2018•Camras Vision, VCapital, InFocus Capital Partners, Triangle Venture Alliance and 3 others
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Portfolio – Pilot Mountain VenturesPilot Mountain Ventures•May 31, 2016•Freedom, Pilot Mountain Ventures
