Fifth Down Capital
VC / Fund of funds · Boston · United States
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Fifth Down Capital is a venture capital firm based in Boston, Massachusetts, founded in 2014 by Andrew Spellman. The firm is known for its relationship-driven approach, investing primarily through a curated network of venture firms and portfolio company founders. The team consists of 15 professionals, including key figures like Janki Gandhi and Charlotte Edelman, who bring diverse expertise to the firm. Fifth Down Capital focuses on investing in generational companies across various sectors, including technology, healthcare, and consumer products. They employ a multi-strategy approach, including direct investments, fund of funds, and secondary strategies, allowing them to support innovation at multiple stages. The firm typically invests in later-stage companies and has a total AUM of $686 million with their flagship fund, Fifth Down Capital Fund I. Notable investments by Fifth Down Capital include Anduril - defense technology, Arena - physical security, Cape - telecommunications, Chapter - managed care, and Daisy - consumer products. These investments highlight the firm's commitment to backing companies that shape large, enduring markets.
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