About Simon School Venture Fund
Simon School Venture Fund is a venture capital firm founded in 2012. It is primarily based out of Rochester, United States. As of Jun 2015, Simon School Venture Fund has invested in 7 companies. It primarily invests in Series B round in United States based startups. Its investments are spread across a wide range of sectors from Enterprise Applications to High Tech and Enterprise Infrastructure. Most recently it participated in the $***** Series B round of FINsix Overall, Simon School Venture Fund portfolio has seen 2 acquisitions, namely Zorus and EagleDream Health. Simon School Venture Fund has team of 1 people including 1 partners.Key Metrics
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Simon School Venture Fund's List of Top Investments
Simon School Venture Fund has a portfolio of 7 companies. Their most notable investmentis in FINsixTheir portfolio spans across and United States. They have invested in Enterprise Applications, High Tech, Enterprise Infrastructure and 5 other sectors, across stages such as Series B stage. Here is the list of top investments by Simon School Venture Fund:
1. PostProcess
Provider of automated post-printing solutions for support, resin, surface, and powder removal. These solutions are designed for one-touch operation, eliminating repetitive manual labor tasks. The company's technology removes bottlenecks, enabling high volume production with high quality repeatability, even with complex parts. The solutions also lower labor costs and enhance sustainability.
Key facts about PostProcess
- Founded Year: 2014
- Location: Buffalo (United States)
- Stage: Series C
- Total Funding till date: $46.1M
- Employee Count: 47 as on Aug 31, 2026
- Investors: Motley Fool Ventures, Rand Capital and 6 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series C, Jul 08, 2024, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
2. FINsix
Finsix develops DART which is a 65W laptop charger with built in USB port. The Dart is built on FINsix's patented Very High-Frequency power technology which enables it to miniaturise the technology. The system is built in such a way that it energy efficienct as compared to conventional power converters. Also, the device does not make use of bulky materials such as magnetic core transformers, thus having substantial reduction in material consumed. The firm was able to raise aroung $450K via a Kickstarter campaign.
Key facts about FINsix
- Founded Year: 2010
- Location: Menlo Park (United States)
- Stage: Series B
- Total Funding till date: $31.2M
- Employee Count: 4 as on Aug 31, 2026
- Investors: Saints Capital, Clean Energy Venture Group and 10 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series B, Jul 28, 2017, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
3. Zorus
Zorus cloud based endpoint security solutions for managed service providers. It offers a cybersecurity solution from on-premise to the Cloud. The product offered by the company is Archon. It is a cloud-based web filtering solution to protect websites from viruses, ransomware, botnets, phishing scams, and other forms of malware. Other features include SSL inspection, content filtering, and application filtering.
Key facts about Zorus
- Founded Year: 2017
- Location: Monroe (United States)
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $9.4M
- Employee Count: 7 as on Aug 31, 2026
- Investors: Simon School Venture Fund, General Catalyst and 5 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series A, Dec 09, 2021, $*****
- Highlight: Acquired
Construction Robotics develops a patented semi-automated masonry robot, SAM100, which helps a mason during the brick laying activities. It assists the mason by performing the repetitive and strenuous work of lifting the brick. The overall site building and quality is still owned by the mason - the robot helps in reduced physical strain and brings more safety. Claims a bricklaying speed of 1,200 bricks a day in comparison to a human mason speed of about 300 to 500 bricks a day. The robot is priced at $500000. Winner of World of Concrete's 2015 Most Innovative Product Award.
Key facts about Construction Robotics
- Founded Year: 2008
- Location: Victor (United States)
- Stage: Seed
- Total Funding till date: $694K
- Employee Count: 24 as on Aug 31, 2026
- Investors: Simon School Venture Fund, America’s Seed Fund and 3 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Seed, Sep 11, 2017, $*****
5. PieceMaker
Innovative silicone smoking pipes, accessories, and outdoor gear for enthusiasts. This global brand offers durable, high-quality silicone smoking pipes and accessories designed for both functionality and fun. Their exclusive line of "Kannimals," animal-shaped silicone pipes, adds a playful touch to the smoking experience, while glow-in-the-dark options cater to nighttime enjoyment. Catering to outdoor enthusiasts, the brand crafts products from high-quality materials, ensuring reliability in various environments. They provide innovative and unique products that enhance the outdoor experience. The website offers a cart, account login, and subscription options for promotions and new product updates. They also offer B2B wholesale registration and customization services. The brand uses social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube to connect with customers.
Key facts about PieceMaker
- Founded Year: 2013
- Location: Pittsburgh (United States)
- Stage: Seed
- Total Funding till date: $225K
- Investors: Innovation Works, Simon School Venture Fund and 3 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Seed, Jun 30, 2014, $*****
Simon School Venture Fund's Investments by Stage
Simon School Venture Fund has made 1 investment in Series B stage with an average round size of $7.09M.Simon School Venture Fund's Investments by Geography
Simon School Venture Fund has made most investments in United States (1).Simon School Venture Fund's recent investments
Simon School Venture Fund has not made any investment in 2026 so far.Here are the most recent investments by Simon School Venture Fund:
Filter this listDate | Company | Location | Round Details | Round Amount | Co-Investors |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Jun 12, 2015 | United States | Series B | 6213 | - |
Acquired companies in Simon School Venture Fund's Portfolio
2 companies from Simon School Venture Fund's portfolio have been acquired. The most recent acquisition was Zorus in Apr 2025 by DNSFilter for $*****.Here are Simon School Venture Fund's portfolio companies that got acquired most recently:
Company | Acquisition Date | First Invested on | First Round of Investment | Round Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apr 07, 2025 | - | - | 1499 | |
Oct 12, 2017 | - | - | 3517 |
Team profile of Simon School Venture Fund
Simon School Venture Fund has a team of 1 member located in United States. Simon School Venture Fund's team does not sit on the board of any company as of now.Co-investors of Simon School Venture Fund
Over the past 11 years, 3 investors have co-invested in Simon School Venture Fund's portfolio companies. This includes funds and angels.
- Invested before Simon School Venture Fund: Cranberry Capital, Venrock and 1 other have invested in rounds before Simon School Venture Fund. There is 1 company where Cranberry Capital has invested before Simon School Venture Fund and 1 company where Venrock has invested before Simon School Venture Fund.
