Ardent Venture Partners backs AI‑native applications that use large language models to automate and extract value from unstructured data, vertical SaaS platforms that become industry‑specific operating systems, and B2B fintech solutions that embed financial services. The firm focuses on early‑stage (pre‑seed to Series A) U.S. companies addressing complex regulatory environments and delivering strong AI‑driven product differentiation.
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Top industries in the portfolio
Geography
Geographic scope
United States
Geography breakdown
Darker regions = more portfolio companies
Top 5 countries
United States of America
83.3%India
5.6%Countries with a higher share of the portfolio are shaded darker on the map.
Stages
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Pre-Seed → Series A
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Fund details
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Min: $250K
Max: $3M