Firm overview
& History

Founded in 2012 as an operator-led syndicate, we built AC Ventures on a simple belief: the best investors are the ones who have been in the trenches themselves. Our journey began with a network of founders backing fellow founders, and over the years, we have evolved into a sector-agnostic venture firm, partnering with bold entrepreneurs across industries.
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Today, we stand as a thriving community of 250+ super founders, investing from Pre-Seed to Series A, and scaling businesses that create lasting impact. Our investment philosophy is rooted in collaboration, strategic capital allocation, and a deep understanding of what it takes to build enduring companies.
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From AI-driven platforms to deeptech, consumer brands to frontier technologies, we invest in relentless builders shaping the future. Our track record speaks for itself—our portfolio includes some of the most innovative startups, backed alongside leading global VCs.
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For founders who dream big, execute fast, and build for the long game—we’re your partners from day one.

Our Mission & Values

Our Mission

We back the relentless—the ones who challenge norms, rewrite industries, and refuse to settle. We aren’t just investors; we’re partners in audacity, fueling founders who dare to build what others deem impossible. If you’re here to change the game, we’re here to play for the long haul.

Our values

  • Founders First

Your vision, your company. We exist to empower you, not control you. We invest in people, not just ideas.

  • The Switzerland Principle

We operate with neutrality, integrity, and trust. We’re here to guide, not dictate—think of us as the calm in the chaos, the peacekeepers in high-stakes moments.

  • Built to Last

We don’t chase hype or quick exits. We invest in companies that create generational impact, playing the long-term game as capital allocators committed to sustainable success.

  • Bold & Fearless

Status quo? Not interested. We partner with founders who embrace risk, think independently, and aren’t afraid to challenge convention.

Investment Philosophy

We back exceptional founders—whether they’re second-time entrepreneurs with a proven track record or first-time founders with deep domain expertise and the drive to build something transformative. While experience helps, what matters most to us is clarity of vision, execution ability, and market validation.
We invest only in companies with traction—whether it’s a working product or early revenue. We don’t do pre-MVP bets; we partner with founders who have taken their idea beyond the concept stage and have real validation from users or customers.
Our focus is on companies raising Seed to Pre-Series A rounds, with cheque sizes ranging from ₹50L to ₹4Cr. We don’t lead rounds; instead, we co-invest alongside top-tier VCs and angel investors. However, when we commit, we don’t just write a cheque—we help you complete the round by leveraging our founder network and investor ecosystem.
While we are sector-agnostic, we stay away from gaming and Web3—we focus on businesses that align with our long-term investment thesis.
If you’re building something game-changing and have the traction to prove it, we’d love to be part of your journey.