The Westly Group is a premier North American venture capital fund founded in 2007, managing over $800 million in assets. It invests in high-growth, capital-efficient startups transforming foundational industries such as energy, mobility, buildings, industrial technology, and cybersecurity, sectors that represent over 50% of global GDP. The firm supports entrepreneurs from Seed to Series C rounds with flexible check sizes ranging from $500k to $15M, enabling tailored funding rounds. Notable investments include early backing of Tesla, Sentinel One, and Luminar. The Westly Group leverages a strong network of LPs from major energy, mobility, and industrial brands to foster commercial relationships and accelerate portfolio company growth, positioning itself as a key player in sustainable and digital industrial innovation.
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Aug 14, 2026
Investing team
- Steve WestlyFounder & Managing Partner
- Danny CotterManaging Partner
- Emily FritzePartner
- Jason KaliraPartner
- Shaun ChaudhuriPartner
- Bob RoweVenture Partner
- Timothy WangVenture Partner
- Megan CainPrincipal
- Jamie DaudonPrincipal
- Noemi WalzebuckSenior Associate
- Kelly McCarthyAssociate
- Nick AlbaneseVP, Research & Strategy and Investment Associate