Las Olas Venture Capital

We're excited to announce our latest Seed investment in VetVerifi ??. We led VetVerifi's $2.8M Seed round to power its growth and transform pet care compliance, making health record verification seamless across the pet care ecosystem. LOVC led the $2.8 million seed funding round, with participation from Roo Capital and Market Square Ventures. ?? Read the full announcement and story here:?https://lnkd.in/etnDFmmK VetVerifi is transforming pet care compliance with its secure, automated platform for verifying pet vaccination records. By integrating directly with veterinary providers and pet service platforms, VetVerifi ensures seamless health record verifications for transactions such as grooming, boarding, and daycare appointments. Their mission: to streamline compliance and enhance pet safety across the entire pet care ecosystem. Through its powerful B2B data infrastructure, VetVerifi bridges the gap between pet care providers, veterinary clinics, and software platforms—delivering real-time, accurate vaccination record checks and driving operational efficiency across the industry. Founded in 2022 by Tim Ridgway, David Servodidio, and Chris Lynn, VetVerifi has already gained traction, partnering with leading pet care brands and providers to drive secure, frictionless health compliance solutions. "This investment is about unlocking growth and expanding VetVerifi’s impact across the pet care ecosystem," said Mark Volchek, Founding Partner at LOVC and newly appointed VetVerifi board member. "Their innovative approach to streamlining pet health data solves a major industry challenge, and we’re proud to support their journey." With the seed funding, VetVerifi plans to enhance its platform capabilities, broaden its customer reach, and scale partnerships with pet service providers and veterinary networks. Learn more about VetVerifi ??, explore open roles, and follow their growth on?vetverifi.com?and LinkedIn.

Register today for the February South Florida Tech Breakfast - Tuesday, February 25th. This event, co-hosted by Las Olas Venture Capital,?Ocean Azul Partners, and?General Provision Work Club, is tailored for proven tech entrepreneurs and active investors shaping the future of technology, venture capital, and software development in South Florida. ? Register here:?https://lu.ma/w4moyob9 ? Who Should Attend: Proven Tech Entrepreneurs: Those who have achieved over $1MM in annual revenue or raised over $1MM in outside capital. Investors: Those who have made five or more high-growth tech investments in the past 24 months. Register today and be part of the conversation that's shaping the future of tech in South Florida. We look forward to connecting and reconnecting with you over breakfast!

LOVC is hiring an Investment Associate to join our team in Fort Lauderdale, FL! This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with our General Partners, gain hands-on experience in sourcing deals, supporting portfolio companies, and collaborating with industry partners like accelerators, other firms, and angel groups. If you or someone in your network is passionate about startups, venture deals, finance, and building relationships in the tech/venture/entrepreneurial ecosystem, we’d love to connect. We’re excited to meet motivated individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and want to shape the future of venture investing. ? View the role and apply here: https://lnkd.in/e4rgVW3R Tag someone who might be a great fit for this role, apply at the application link in the comments below, or comment your email and name if you’d like to learn more or apply!

?? We’re Hiring: Join the Tristar AI Team as an SDR! ?? Are you ready to kick-start your sales career at the forefront of cutting-edge technology? ?? Tristar AI is transforming the manufacturing industry with our state-of-the-art AI solutions, and we’re looking for a dynamic Sales Development Representative (SDR) to help us grow our impact even further. ?? What’s in it for you? Be part of a fast-growing MIT-born startup ?? Work with a team passionate about innovation and customer success ?? Play a key role in bringing transformative AI solutions to top manufacturers ?? Huge growth potential with the opportunity to become an Account Executive within 6 months to 1 year. ?? ?? What we’re looking for: Ambition and drive to connect with prospects and generate new business Strong communication skills and a natural ability to build relationships A passion for technology and making an impact At Tristar AI, you won’t just be selling—you’ll be shaping the future of manufacturing with AI-powered defect detection that delivers measurable results. ?? ?? Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now and join us on this incredible journey! #Hiring #SDR #TristarAI #SalesCareers #AI #Sales We’re #hiring. Know anyone who might be interested?

Did you know Paccurate saved 20,000,000 gallons of air in 2024? That is enough air for 100,000 football fans ?? to breathe for an entire game at a Big 10 stadium — if the game were on the moon ??! By reducing wasted space in packages, we also reduce the number of empty trailers on the road, cut shipping costs, and improve sustainability across the supply chain. #sustainability #cartonization #supplychain

We are thrilled to announce LOVC portfolio company, OneRail, has joined forces with IBM to redefine the future of retail fulfillment. This strategic partnership integrates OneRail’s OmniPoint? platform with IBM’s Sterling? Intelligent Promising, unlocking new levels of efficiency and innovation for retailers and wholesalers. Together, this collaboration ensures: ? 98% on-time delivery for same-day services ? Reduced operational costs ? Seamlessly optimized customer experiences OneRail and IBM are shaping a smarter, faster, and more reliable delivery ecosystem to meet the evolving needs of consumers. ?? Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/e7YTUC3Y

2024 was a fantastic year for LOVC ?? Here are the highlights: ?? Hosted 18 events across the east coast, connecting founders, investors, and innovators ?? Our portfolio companies collectively raised $107M in capital ?? Reviewed 1,385 deals: continuing to scout for the best founders and B2B software startups ?? Made 12 new investments, including follow-ons Thank you to everyone who contributed to making 2024 an incredible year. ?? Visit our website to learn more about LOVC, our philosophy, and to pitch us: https://lasolasvc.com Let’s keep up the momentum in 2025! Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!????????

We’re thrilled to share that Trajektory has been named one of the Front Office Sports 2024 Best Employers in Sports! ??? This marks the second time this year we’ve received a Best Place to Work honor, and we’re incredibly grateful to be recognized by two different organizations for our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace. At Trajektory, we’ve worked hard to cultivate a culture that champions collaboration, growth, and inclusivity. None of this would be possible without our amazing team—the heart and soul of what makes Trajektory such a fantastic place to work. Thank you to Front Office Sports for this incredible recognition, and a huge shoutout to our team for bringing their passion, creativity, and drive to work every day. Here’s to continuing to grow, innovate, and celebrate our people! ?? For a full list of all the incredible companies, see here: https://lnkd.in/eethvpCE

Last week, LOVC hosted its annual CEO Summit in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The LOVC CEO Summit is an exclusive, invitation-only event that brings together the founders and CEOs of our portfolio companies to drive growth, leadership excellence, and strategic thinking. This year's summit was held on December 5th and 6th, 2024, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Read more about the 2024 LOVC CEO Summit: https://lnkd.in/eKZFA2kr As we reflect on these interactive dialogues and implement new learnings, we anticipate meaningful revenue growth, improved leadership effectiveness, and enduring partnerships shaping the path ahead. We were honored to have industry-leading guest speakers share their expertise and insights: ?? Caitlin V., Principal at Sageview Capital ?? Mike Byrne, CEO at Elevate Software & Managing Partner at Techuila Investment Club ?? Alaa Ismail, CFO Consultant at Escalon Services, LLC Roundtable sessions and curated programming facilitated best practice exchanges, practical frameworks, and collaboration among our CEOs. As we reflect on these discussions and implement new strategies, we are confident our founders and their organizations will continue to scale and succeed. We extend our gratitude to everyone who participated and to our sponsors, Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP, Live Oak Bank, and Escalon Services, LLC, who made this Summit possible. ?? https://lnkd.in/eKZFA2kr See photos below ??

Register today for the December South Florida Tech Breakfast TOMORROW, December 10th. This event, co-hosted by LOVC, Ocean Azul Partners, Miami Angels, and General Provision Work Club, is tailored for proven tech entrepreneurs and active investors shaping the future of technology, venture capital, and software development in South Florida. ? Register here: https://lu.ma/k6cvxxbn ?Who Should Attend: Proven Tech Entrepreneurs: Those who have achieved over $1MM in annual revenue or raised over $1MM in outside capital. Investors: Those who have made five or more high-growth tech investments in the past 24 months. Register today and be part of the conversation that's shaping the future of tech in South Florida. We look forward to connecting and reconnecting with you over breakfast!