Genesis Program
Overview
Genesis Program is a venture capital firm affiliated with the University of Texas at Austin that provides pre-seed capital and mentorship to startups founded by student entrepreneurs.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elite Sweets | Dec 2017 | Accelerator | Co-investor |
| Equitle | May 2026 | Pre Seed | Co-investor |
| Hitch | Aug 2018 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Barkeep | Dec 2018 | Pre Seed | Co-investor |
| Gazelle Ecosolutions | Sep 2022 | Accelerator | Co-investor |
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is Genesis Program based?
Genesis Program is headquartered in Austin, Texas, United States.
When was Genesis Program founded?
Genesis Program was founded in 2015.
How many portfolio companies does Genesis Program have?
Genesis Program has 5 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Genesis Program's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Elite Sweets, Equitle, Hitch, Barkeep, Gazelle Ecosolutions.
What was Genesis Program's most recent investment shown here?
Genesis Program's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Equitle in 2026.
What sectors does Genesis Program focus on?
Genesis Program focuses on Consumer & Commerce, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Enterprise Software, Energy & Sustainability, Enterprise Software, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce.
What company stages does Genesis Program focus on?
Genesis Program typically invests at the Early stage.