Hawke Ventures

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Hawke Ventures invests specifically in Commerce Tech, MarTech, and AdTech sectors at the early stage, with particular focus on emerging marketing channels and technology solutions that solve problems for their existing brand customer base.

Check Size

Not specified

Stages

Pre Seed, Seed

Focus Areas

Adtech, Enterprise Saas, Vertical Saas

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Investment Thesis

Hawke Ventures operates as an early-stage venture fund with a platform-driven investment approach. They leverage their sister company Hawke Media’s extensive network of brand clients and marketing expertise to provide portfolio companies with immediate, tangible value beyond capital. Their philosophy centers on using data-driven diligence and real-world validation through their agency operations to identify companies with venture-scale outcomes.

What Sets Them Apart

Substantial 'unfair advantage' through direct access to hundreds of brand customers via sister company Hawke Media
Data-driven due diligence process that stress-tests technology with commerce experts before investment
Active integration of portfolio company technology into Hawke Media's operations to develop proprietary case studies and validate product-market fit
Hyper-focused sector specialization providing deep market understanding and high deal volume awareness
Unique ability to accelerate returns by making direct brand customer introductions and driving immediate sales
Partnership amplification capabilities through other agencies, tech platforms, and existing portfolio companies
Deal sourcing from top GPs, founder referrals, and internal Hawke Media team using new technology tools daily