The Impact Seat
Overview
An investment and consulting firm that focuses on early-stage, innovative, and diverse startups, particularly those led by women and people of color. Founded by angel investor Barbara Clarke, the firm's approach combines investment with advocacy to build a more equitable economy. To date, its founder has invested in over 60 companies and 12 funds in North America and Europe.
Portfolio Companies
4
Website
impactseat.comInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| BabyQuip | Apr 2022 | Seed | Co-investor |
| NasaClip | Apr 2025 | Seed | Co-investor |
| UNICORN | Aug 2021 | Seed | Co-investor |
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Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is The Impact Seat based?
The Impact Seat is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.
When was The Impact Seat founded?
Founding year information for The Impact Seat is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does The Impact Seat have?
The Impact Seat has 4 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in The Impact Seat's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include BabyQuip, NasaClip, UNICORN.
What was The Impact Seat's most recent investment shown here?
The Impact Seat's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in NasaClip in 2025.
What sectors does The Impact Seat focus on?
The Impact Seat focuses on Consumer & Commerce, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce, Real Estate & PropTech, Healthcare & Life Sciences.
What company stages does The Impact Seat focus on?
The Impact Seat typically invests at the Early stage.