About Us

Our Story

Our venture capital group is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs and small businesses succeed. We provide a direct involvement and expertise to help you reach your goals and maximize your potential by aligning you with former founders AND an Ecosystem of support.

We identify, screen, select and source startups by our  “Contribution Effect”, which identifies synergy and how we can drive YOUR success based on our team and with the help of the rest of our portfolio.

Normal VC’s take a small amount of equity with a 5% chance of success and hope to win big in 1 of 20. 

We are driven by values

Our Venture Capital firm is propelled by a trio of leaders who stand at the forefront of innovation and strategic acumen. The pioneering innovators and execution masterminds, excel in steering BambuVentures towards unparalleled financial success. This leadership team is united by a clear vision: to identify and drive ventures that promise not only disruption but also significant financial returns. With a keen eye on market trends and a robust strategy for growth, they ensure that our investments are precisely aligned with opportunities that maximize profitability. In their hands, BambuVentures navigates the complex landscape of venture capital with a singular focus on optimizing investment outcomes and securing our position as a leader in the financial world.

Super Efficient

We are concerned with the time it takes to create returns for our investors as well as portfolio companies. As a result, we let the efficiency of our work drive to faster returns and greater yields with no time to spare.

Deeply Committed

There are few teams who have worked harder to achieve their goals than the operating team at Bambu Ventures. This team is committed to the portfolio with the bonds of family and a commitment that surpasses.

Highly Skilled

The resume of the partnership is that of deep experience and skill, having worked with some of the best leaders at the best companies, with the largest growth records. From startup to IPO, the team is skilled at creating growth and outcomes.

Richard Hearn, II.

General Partner

Dylan Runne

General Partner

Kyle Pretsch

Operating Partner

Lemonaid Health is a digitally native healthcare platform combining telemedicine, prescription fulfillment, and recurring pharmacy services into a fully integrated care model. The business operates a nationwide virtual care network supported by proprietary workflows and a scalable pharmacy infrastructure.
Following acquisition out of a distressed parent, Bambu Capital implemented a full operational reset—restructuring costs, upgrading leadership, and refocusing the business on high-margin, recurring revenue categories.
Today, Lemonaid represents a scalable, capital-efficient platform positioned at the intersection of digital health, pharmacy, and subscription-based care, with multiple pathways to drive growth and strategic value creation

Bambu Ventures purchases Lemonaid Health (formerly of 23andMe) focused on growth acceleration.

Revolutionizing Event based POS

Driving Up Beverage Sales Through POS Line Busting

FOUNDERS

Stas Chijik
Albert Akbashev
Ben Roshia

STAGE

Seed, Series A

INITIAL INVESTMENT

2024

industry

POS, Tech, Consumer, Resturant

Billfold POS is a cashless, contactless point-of-sale system tailored for live events, festivals, and venues. It supports various payment methods, including RFID, NFC, QR codes, and traditional cards, enabling swift transactions—often under two seconds. Designed to enhance both operator efficiency and guest experience, Billfold offers real-time analytics, vendor management, and offline functionality, making it a comprehensive solution for modern event operations.

Fintech Subscriptions for Electric Vehicles

Moving vehicle energy on a single subscription

FOUNDERS

Tosh Dutt

STAGE

Pre-Seed

INITIAL INVESTMENT

2024

industry

CleanTech

Electriflow provides EV charging subscriptions tailored for auto dealerships, enabling them to offer flat-rate charging packages to customers. This approach allows dealerships to add value and generate additional revenue with every electric vehicle sale, enhancing the overall customer experience. ​

AI-powered Health Therapy & Prevention

Driving savings for self-insured companies

FOUNDERS

Justin Davis

STAGE

Pre-Seed, Seed

INITIAL INVESTMENT

2024

industry

HealthTech

Congruity Health offers a SaaS platform designed for healthcare payers and providers to improve population health management. Utilizing AI-driven technologies, their solutions aim to optimize patient identification, engagement, and care delivery, ultimately striving to reduce healthcare costs and improve outcomes.

Premier Shopify Enterprise Integrator

Driving the shift into Enterprise Shopify for Brands

FOUNDERS

Helena Shannon

STAGE

Pre-Seed

INITIAL INVESTMENT

2024

industry

Ecommerce, Services

Arkhive Digital is a Shopify enterprise agency specializing in scalable commerce strategies, experience design, and system integrations. Founded by Helena Shannon, the company focuses on delivering high-performance solutions that combine strategic planning with flawless execution for enterprise brands.

AI-Driven Diagnosis Support for Ortho

Drive more valuable patient outcomes efficiently

FOUNDERS

Dr. Kevin Bein

STAGE

Pre-Seed

INITIAL INVESTMENT

2023

industry

HealthTech

InstantOrtho is transforming orthopedic care with tech-driven innovation. As a majority investor, we helped them repay 50% of our investment within six months and set them on track for full profitability within a year. Our guidance fueled expansion, product development, and operational efficiency.

Retail, InsurTech and Consumer Goods Consumer Facing solutions

Driving digital consumer experiences with improved customer experiences

FOUNDERS

Richard Hearn
Kyle Pretsch

STAGE

Bambu Ventures, Buyout

INITIAL INVESTMENT

2022

industry

MarTech, Retail

Bambu Wallet is a mobile-first marketing and engagement platform that enables businesses to create customizable digital wallet cards. It offers features like geolocation, segmentation, and dynamic messaging to deliver personalized experiences, aiming to increase customer engagement and loyalty across various industries.