Z5 Capital
Overview
Z5 Capital is an early stage enterprise focused venture capital fund based in Palo Alto that works closely with entrepreneurs to help build standout companies. The Z5 approach involves deep engagement with companies through a combination of partnering, mentoring, and collaborating to help them solve challenges associated with go to market and scale. They focus on U.S. enterprise startups in Enterprise (AI)/Machine Learning (ML), Data, Infrastructure/Cloud, and Security.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| CoreStack | Mar 2020 | Series A | Co-investor |
| Nirmata | Feb 2025 | Series A | Co-investor |
| DQLabs, Inc. | - | Seed | Co-investor |
| Namespace | - | Seed | Co-investor |
| Secuvy | Mar 2023 | Seed | Co-investor |
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FAQ
Where is Z5 Capital based?
Z5 Capital is headquartered in Palo Alto, California, United States.
When was Z5 Capital founded?
Z5 Capital was founded in 2018.
How many portfolio companies does Z5 Capital have?
Z5 Capital has 14 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Z5 Capital's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include CoreStack, Nirmata, DQLabs, Inc., Namespace, Secuvy.
What was Z5 Capital's most recent investment shown here?
Z5 Capital's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Nirmata in 2025.
What sectors does Z5 Capital focus on?
Z5 Capital focuses on FinTech, Crypto & Web3, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Enterprise Software, Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity, Crypto & Web3, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Software, Enterprise Software, Enterprise Software, Enterprise Software, Enterprise Software, Frontier & Industrial Tech, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Enterprise Software, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Enterprise Software, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Consumer & Commerce, Enterprise Software.
What company stages does Z5 Capital focus on?
Z5 Capital typically invests at the Early stage.
What is Z5 Capital's AUM?
Z5 Capital's assets under management are estimated between $0.0 and $50.0M.