Chris Marks, Blue Note Ventures

Chris Marks is the founder and managing partner of Blue Note Ventures. See sector focus and contact routes.

About Chris Marks

Chris Marks is the founder and managing partner of Blue Note Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm he established in 2015 in Boulder, Colorado, and has invested in technology companies for over 15 years. His investment thesis targets early-stage B2B and enterprise software companies that disrupt large markets by addressing unmet needs or creating significant efficiencies, with a focus on seed, startup, and Series A rounds. The firm typically deploys $100,000 to $500,000 per deal, with a sweet spot of $300,000, and Marks serves as a managing director at the firm. Notable portfolio companies include Trelora, Victors & Spoils, FullContact, and Testkube, the latter receiving an $8.0 million Series A in September 2025. Marks emphasizes investing in entrepreneurs committed to “authentic leadership” and seeks ventures that solve significant problems through disruptive technology. He has not published public writing, but his investor profile highlights 18 recorded investments and a focus on software, web marketplaces, and SaaS sectors.

Chris Marks at a glance

Role
Founder & Managing Director
Organization
Blue Note Ventures
Location
Denver, CO
Investor type
Venture Capital
Focus areas
Software

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Chris Marks is based in Denver, CO.

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