Granite manages over $1 billion in venture capital and has invested in more than 90 private companies. Granite, adds value by effectively participating in the development of our portfolio companies. We lead a majority of our investments, serve as Board members, and actively guide executive teams in mapping out their companies’ future. We assist our portfolio companies in making financial, recruiting, and strategic decisions; facilitate introductions to potential partners and customers; help develop sales and distribution channels; and partner with entrepreneurs in all other facets of building great companies. Granite generally makes its initial investment in the Seed, Series A or Series B round. Our initial investments typically range from $500,000 to $4 million, and up to $10 million over the life of the company. While we usually invest in U.S.-based companies, we will consider select investments outside the U.S.