Investors that Help
Founders Win.

An elite investor network that invests in startups and helps founders find asymmetric ways to win.

 

We Get Startups

Tundra Angels invests in startups in any industry. We work with our founders to help them identify asymmetric ways to win in the market.

We get founders

Tundra Angels was founded by a former VC-backed CEO who built the angel network he wished he could have pitched to as a founder.

We get risk

Our investors are active or former operators of companies. They are risk-taking by nature and then channel that same mindset into startup investing.

OUR PORTFOLIO COMPANIES

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Proof of the Asymmetric Advantage.

Today, Tundra Angels is an investor network of over 50 members in Wisconsin. It has invested in over 24 companies and deployed over $5.5 million.
The Tundra Story

From our Founders

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There’s no mystery working with the Tundra Angels. And Matthew is about the best “wear it on your sleeve” VC I’ve met. Always willing to help, spit ball, and be a sounding board.
Tracey Wiedmeyer
Co-Founder & CEO, Gripp
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Tundra Angels has been an incredible partner for Lotza. Beyond the capital, the network and experience within the group has already opened doors and created opportunities that would have taken us years to access on our own. What really stands out is how invested the members are in helping founders succeed. It truly feels like having a team behind you!
Laura Markewicz
Founder & CEO, Lotza
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Tundra Angels are a super group of investors who are always supportive, helpful, and smart in advice. It is great to have Tundra Angels on the Huupe journey!
Paul Anton
Co-Founder, Huupe
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Tundra Angels have been exceptional partners from the very beginning. Beyond providing early capital, they bring thoughtful engagement, strategic insight, and a powerful network that helps founders accelerate critical milestones. What truly sets them apart is their genuine commitment to supporting entrepreneurs and building lasting companies.
Fariba Assadi-Porter
CEO, Isomark
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I can say Tundra Angels was a true fundraising partner. They have high conviction and bridged investor introductions that meaningfully accelerated our round.
Ryan Wheeler
Co-Founder & CEO, Cylerity
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Tundra Angels stands out because they genuinely support the founders they invest in.
Danielle Hill
Co-Founder & COO, Upwardli
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“Tundra Angels is a founders-first investment group. They have a personal approach and willingness to maintain human connectivity throughout the startup journey. I cannot say enough about Tundra Angels and their value to startup companies like Pyran.
Kevin Barnett
CTO & Co-founder, Pyran
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Having spent over 25 years in startups, I’ve seen firsthand how rare it is to find investors who truly listen and ask the important questions. Tundra Angels team consistently leans in.
Jeff Moore
Strategic Startup Advisor, Conovate
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Tundra Angels has been an amazing resource and investor of Octane Coffee. They are wonderful at networking and making connections for us.
Adrian Deasy
Founder & CEO, Octane Coffee
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Tundra Angels is incredibly easy to work with. The investment evaluation process is straightforward and quick with rapid decision making.
Sal Braico
Co-Founder & CEO, Pivotal Health
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Tundra Angels has always been a positive supporter for us at Midwest Games.
Ben Kvalo
Founder & CEO, Midwest Games
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Matthew is passionate about the founders journey, and the intersection Of an emerging business with investor considerations. It has been a pleasure assessing Flamingo and crafting a relatable story positioning my business in an easy digestible narrative for investors. Working together, Tundra was able to invest in our Series A round, and we successfully fully subscribed our offering!
Brian Davis
Co-Founder & Co-CEO at Flamingo Marine
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Tundra Angels has been a great partner to Holos. Matthew Kee’s energy is magnetic. He’s an amplifier and force multiplier who connects founders to a strong network and genuinely helps companies accelerate and grow.
Dan Borkhus
Co-Founder & CEO of Holos
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Working with Tundra Angels was one of the smoother fundraising experiences I’ve had — from our initial pitch through closing, the process was straightforward and efficient. The group includes members with genuine depth in healthcare technology who were able to thoroughly evaluate our value proposition and bring their colleagues along with confidence. But what has truly set them apart is the support after closing — they’ve been very helpful in opening doors to VC funds and potential customers that have advanced our commercial growth.
Eric Horler
President and CEO at AIQ Solutions

From our Investors

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Supporting and investing in in startups locally felt impossible, but the Tundra Angels team and process makes it possible – and easy. The team does such an incredible job connecting members to each other as well as to fascinating companies and founders. This really is an outstanding community!
James Nick
Chief Operating Officer, Dental Care Alliance
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As founders of a fast-growing startup ourselves, we understand firsthand just how vital angel funding can be. That’s why being part of Tundra Angels for us feels both impactful and personal.
Adam and Amanda Kroener
Co-Founders, Carbliss
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Tundra Angels is, without question, the most valuable organization I’m a part of. It’s inspiring to see the innovation happening right here in Wisconsin.
Justin Vannieuwenhoven
Serial Entrepreneur
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I’m truly so proud to be a member of Tundra Angels. I’ve been a member since the beginning in 2020 and the deal flow has always been abundant and compelling…its never let up. Its heartwarming for me to be considering investments in startups that all have a local connection. Under Matthew’s leadership, Tundra Angels has become a vibrant, diverse and focused group of investors with real capability to deploy significant capital.
Mike Haddad
Retired CEO, Schreiber Foods

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Founder and Managing Partner at HealthX Ventures
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Founder & CEO at Coherence Al
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CEO & Cofounder at Terra Bioforge
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Vice President of Operations & Founder of Atrility Medical
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Founder, CEO Staythanks
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Program Manager at gener8tor
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Digital health VC and operator | Partner at HealthX Ventures
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Really poignant advice as always. Love your writing.
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Investor at Mucker Capital
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Founder
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