EMERGING Fund
Overview
A growth capital fund that invests in early-stage concepts and innovative technology startups in the restaurant industry, including food & beverage technology (ResTech) and social entertainment concepts. The firm's mission is to support entrepreneurs who are building the next generation of transformative companies by providing funding, mentorship, and resources.
Portfolio Companies
12
Website
emerging.comInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poolhouse | Jul 2026 | Growth Equity | - |
| Leasecake | Apr 2024 | Series A Extension | Co-investor |
| F1 Arcade | Jun 2023 | Growth Equity | - |
| 1Huddle | May 2023 | VC Round | Co-investor |
| Batbox | Jul 2024 | Series A | Lead |
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Key People
Samuel Zats
Venture Partner & Advisor
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is EMERGING Fund based?
EMERGING Fund is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, United States.
When was EMERGING Fund founded?
Founding year information for EMERGING Fund is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does EMERGING Fund have?
EMERGING Fund has 12 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in EMERGING Fund's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Poolhouse, Leasecake, F1 Arcade, 1Huddle, Batbox.
What was EMERGING Fund's most recent investment shown here?
EMERGING Fund's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Poolhouse in 2026.
What sectors does EMERGING Fund focus on?
EMERGING Fund focuses on Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, Real Estate & PropTech, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Consumer & Commerce, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce, Real Estate & PropTech, Enterprise Software, Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Energy & Sustainability, Media, Entertainment & Gaming.
What company stages does EMERGING Fund focus on?
Stage focus information for EMERGING Fund is not publicly available.