We’re a venture capital firm based in Knoxville with a focus on early stage startups in Tennessee, the Southeast, and Appalachia.

We aim to invest in exceptional founders in a traditionally overlooked region where our capital and connections can make a big impact.

To apply, email your pitch deck to brandon@marketsquareventures.com

Brandon Bruce – cofounder of Cirrus Insight and Uncat

John Bruck – founder of BHE Environmental, angel investor

Marty Brown – president & CEO at PYA, Forbes Top 200 CPA

Rosa Mar – former executive management at Levi Strauss & Co

Harry Boston - founder of Boston Government Services

VetVerifi – verified pet vaccination records

Daily Crunch – uniquely crunchy almond snacks

Authentrics.AI – measure, monitor, and modify enterprise AI

Trinity Guardion – FDA 510k cleared hospital bed barrier

AGYL AI – AI for e-commerce product descriptions

Laborup – find your next high-paying manufacturing job

Oply – all your home service professionals in one app

Unified Track – predictive analytics for school districts

Vinny – modern software for RV claims, parts, repair, and service.

Station – unlocking first-party data for podcasts

Shift Thermal – thermal energy storage asset creating the future of HVAC

Clockout – earned wage access platform for financial institutions

121 Tech Hub
121 E. Jackson Avenue
Knoxville TN 37915
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