Jesse Devitte is the Co-Founder and General Partner at Building Ventures. See sector focus and contact routes.
Jesse Devitte is the Co-Founder and General Partner at Building Ventures, a Boston-based venture firm he launched in 2017 after previously co-founding Borealis Ventures and leading operator roles at Softdesk and Autodesk’s AEC Market Group. His investment thesis targets early-stage companies in the built environment, specifically focusing on the “sapling stage” between seed and Series A, with sector emphasis on enterprise software, climate, robotics, and construction technology. Devitte typically writes checks ranging from $100,000 to $10 million, with a sweet spot around $1 million, and often participates in seed and Series A rounds. Notable portfolio companies include Hypar, Join.Build, Blokable, Built Robotics, and enVerid, where he serves on the board or works closely with the teams. He distinguishes his approach by advocating for the integration of the entire building project lifecycle to create a “Better Built World,” prioritizing environmentally friendly construction practices. While he has delivered keynote speeches on building a sustainable future, such as at the Built to Last Conference, his public writing primarily centers on this dist
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