NewVa Capital Partners

NewVa Capital Partners is a venture capital and private equity firm based in Blacksburg, Virginia, primarily focused on early-stage and growth-stage investments within the 'NewVa' region of Southwest Virginia. Founded in 2004, the firm was established to bridge the funding gap for innovative startups emerging from regional research institutions, particularly Virginia Tech. NewVa Capital Partners targets companies in the life sciences, biotechnology, and information technology sectors, providing both financial backing and strategic guidance. The firm played a significant role in the development of the regional technology corridor, with notable early investments in companies like Intrexon (now Precigen). While the fund is no longer actively making new investments, it remains a key part of the history of the Virginia biotechnology ecosystem.