Pivotal Ventures

Invests in and incubates social initiatives

Seattle, Washington, United States

About Pivotal Ventures

Pivotal Ventures focuses on advancing social progress in the United States by investing in and incubating initiatives that address societal challenges. The company identifies areas where progress has stalled, such as gender equality and aging, and partners with organizations to create momentum for change. Pivotal Ventures combines funding with mentorship and resources to support the growth of social enterprises and non-profits. Unlike traditional investment firms, Pivotal Ventures emphasizes both financial returns and social impact, allowing it to reinvest in new opportunities. The goal is to remove barriers to social advancement and foster sustainable solutions that improve people's lives.

Seattle, WashingtonHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Venture Capital, Social ImpactIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Fertility Treatment Support
Backup Caregiving Solution
Discretionary Annual Target Performance Bonus

Risks

Potential backlash from conservative groups on reproductive rights focus.
Increased competition in social impact investment space from other philanthropists.
Challenges in measuring tangible impact of investments and initiatives.

Differentiation

Pivotal Ventures combines investment with incubation for social impact initiatives.
Focuses on gender equality, aging, and societal challenges in the U.S.
Founded by Melinda Gates, leveraging her influence and strategic partnerships.

Upsides

$150M commitment to workplace equality for women, including AI and tech sectors.
Strategic partnerships with organizations like Aspen Institute for workplace innovation.
Investment in school-based health initiatives for scalable social impact.