Vice Ventures

Vice Ventures is an early-stage venture capital fund that focuses on investing in high-potential companies operating in stigmatized or 'bad' industries. Founded by Catharine Dockery in 2018, the firm aims to conquer market stigmas while striving for superior returns. The fund primarily targets seed-stage companies, providing them with the necessary capital to grow and succeed. Vice Ventures operates in a niche market, often overlooked by traditional venture capital firms, which allows it to identify unique opportunities and undervalued assets. The business model revolves around identifying promising startups in industries such as cannabis, alcohol, sex tech, and other sectors that are often considered taboo. By investing early, Vice Ventures aims to capitalize on the growth potential of these companies as they navigate regulatory challenges and market acceptance. The firm makes money through equity stakes in the companies it invests in, benefiting from their growth and eventual exits, whether through acquisitions or public offerings. Vice Ventures serves a diverse range of clients, including institutional investors, high-net-worth individuals, and family offices looking to diversify their portfolios with high-risk, high-reward investments. The fund's unique approach and focus on stigmatized industries have garnered significant media attention and recognition, including Catharine Dockery's inclusion in Forbes 30 Under 30 for 2020.

Keywords: venture capital, seed-stage, stigmatized industries, high-potential, cannabis, alcohol, sex tech, equity stakes, early-stage, superior returns.