by Dr. Gopi Sundaramurthy
Instead of endless ‘coffee chats’ wasting founder time, we have a lot more time to spend with the teams we back
Our approach doesn’t stop at discovery. We are builders ourselves, which means we understand the challenges founders face and the tools they need to succeed. That’s why we’ve developed proprietary products designed to support our founders in real, tangible ways. These tools aren’t abstract concepts—they’re built to be touched, felt, and integrated into day-to-day operations, providing founders with the resources they need to do what they do best: build great companies.
When founders work with us, they’re not just getting funding; they’re gaining access to a partner who invests in success to the very core of an early-stage startup. We challenge assumptions, share insights, and actively contribute to solving the problems that matter most. Our job is to be an extension of their team—a true ally in their journey.
Building something extraordinary is hard work, and founders should feel their investors know what it’s like to bring products to life. Every meeting should bring value, whether it’s actionable feedback, strategic insights, or simply a new perspective. If we’re not moving at the speed our founders need, that’s on us. Founders should demand accountability from their investors, and we welcome it—it’s how we all get better.
In the end, our success is measured by our founders’ success. That’s why we constantly iterate, innovate, and refine our approach—not just to find great teams, but to support them in building the future.
Optimus to Optimist: The Next Generation of Primes Pt. 2
In the second part of a two-part series, Ensemble VC explores how emerging defense tech startups are reshaping the military-industrial landscape. With AI, structural reforms, and a changing geopolitical environment, new defense primes are rising to meet the challenges of modern warfare.
Optimus to Optimist: The Next Generation of Primes Pt. 1
In the first part of a two-part series on innovation in the defense industry, Ensemble VC examines the historical context behind the "military-industrial complex," and the failure of a consolidated set of prime contractors to innovate in line with adversaries despite no shortage of innovation in the larger economy.
The Future of Healthcare Tech Adoption: From Top-Down to Practitioner-First
Danny Freed and Blueprint are redefining healthcare tech adoption with practitioner-first AI tools that streamline workflows and prioritize patient care. By empowering providers instead of replacing them, they’re addressing the inefficiencies of top-down mandates to drive meaningful change in healthcare.
Clazar raises $10M to revolutionize the way software is bought and sold
Ensemble is proud to announce our most recent investment in Clazar, a company powering software businesses to sell and grow revenue through cloud marketplaces, like AWS, Azure, and GCP.
