Ian Judson, Valence Ventures

Ian Judson is a prolific early-stage investor and Managing Partner at Valence Ventures. See sector focus and contact routes.

About Ian Judson

Ian Judson is a prolific early-stage investor and Managing Partner at Valence Ventures, where he leads seed-stage investments in niche industrial, SaaS, and AI/ML startups focused on manufacturing and supply chain innovation. The firm typically writes check sizes between $500K and $2.0M to support founders in building long-term growth. His notable portfolio includes companies such as Notion (seed round in 2016), UrbanStems, and Artemis Health. Judson brings over 15 years of experience in technology and healthcare as both an operator and investor, having previously worked at Aisling Capital and Gravitas Capital.

Ian Judson at a glance

Role
Managing Partner
Organization
Valence Ventures
Location
New York, NY
Investor type
Venture Capital
Focus areas
Health Care, Software, Marketing, Messaging, Apps, Video, Information Technology, Mobile

Frequently asked about Ian Judson

What does Ian Judson invest in?
Ian Judson at Valence Ventures (New York, NY) — sector focus: Health Care, Software, Marketing, Messaging, Apps, Video, Information Technology, Mobile, Internet of Things, Home Improvement, Early Stage Venture, Seed.
How do I contact Ian Judson?
Ian Judson's published profile links (website, LinkedIn or X where available) are listed on the StartupFundraising.com investor profile.
Where is Ian Judson based?
Ian Judson is based in New York, NY.

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