Roo Capital
Nate DaPore is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor with extensive experience in venture capital and executive search. As the Founder and Managing Partner of Roo Capital since January 2021, Nate bridges talent and capital to support transformative companies. Nate serves on the board of several innovative firms, including GoTu, which enhances the gig economy, Steer, which revolutionizes auto shop communications, and Florence, a technology marketplace for social care. Additionally, Nate holds an advisory board position at Legion Technologies and has invested in Miami Angels. Previous roles include Managing Partner at Acertitude, where Nate led the Healthcare Practice, and a board member at Bamboo Rose, focused on B2B digital marketplaces. Nate's educational background includes a degree in Economics from Hampden-Sydney College.
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Roo Capital
Roo Capital is a growth-focused venture capital firm with a particular emphasis on SaaS, marketplaces, and tech- enabled companies that drive transformation in vertical-focused sectors. For over two decades, our leadership team has been instrumental in cultivating the growth of innovative technology companies, addressing some of the world's most significant market opportunities and challenges. We are dedicated to delivering not only strong financial returns but also to making a meaningful impact. Our approach revolves around providing entrepreneurs with Capital, Growth Strategies, and Talent to accelerate their companies' trajectory. As former entrepreneurs and innovators ourselves, we bring a unique perspective to the table, understanding the challenges of building and scaling a successful business from the ground up. When we invest in a company, we actively collaborate with the board and executives, offering expertise in critical success areas. This includes making valuable contributions to the board, optimizing operational efficiency, guiding financial discipline, conducting talent assessments, leadership coaching, and driving sales growth and business development. In our previous investments, these efforts have contributed to impressive revenue growth, with a weighted CAGR of 60% during our investment period leading to superior outcomes. We understand that a company's journey rarely follows a perfectly laid out plan, and this is where we prioritize adaptability. We are committed to working alongside our portfolio companies, actively addressing their challenges in close collaboration with their management teams and removing any obstacles in their path. Whether it involves talent needs, capital demands, or any other specific needs, our approach is geared towards partnering "with you" rather than "to you."