Description
Overline is an Atlanta-based early-stage venture capital firm focused on backing founders in overlooked markets, particularly across the American South, with a thesis centered on capital-efficient, scalable technology companies. The firm is known for combining pre-seed and seed capital with deep operational support and a strong commitment to geographic and founder diversity.
Pre-Seed / Seed: Core focus on pre-seed and seed-stage investments, often serving as the first institutional capital.
Series A: Selective follow-on participation in early Series A rounds for top-performing portfolio companies.
Typical Check Size: Generally $500K–$1.5M at initial investment, with reserves for follow-ons.
Investment Style: High-conviction lead or co-lead investor with hands-on engagement.
Sector Focus: B2B SaaS, fintech, health tech, logistics, climate/industrial tech, and software-enabled services; thesis-driven but not narrowly vertical-constrained.
Geography: Strong emphasis on Atlanta, the Southeast, and non-coastal U.S. markets, while remaining open to exceptional companies nationwide.
Founder Profile: Preference for technical, execution-oriented teams building durable businesses with clear paths to revenue and scale.
Application & Engagement:
Founders typically engage via warm introductions, ecosystem referrals, or direct outreach through Overline’s website; the firm evaluates opportunities on a rolling basis.
Process
Initial Review: Assessment of team, market size, and early traction or insight.
Partner Diligence: Deep dives with partners on product, go-to-market, and capital efficiency.
Reference & Market Checks: Customer and ecosystem validation.
Deal Structuring: Terms negotiated deal-by-deal, aligned with early-stage VC norms.
What an Applicant can Obtain
Strategic Capital: Early institutional funding to accelerate product and go-to-market.
Operational Support: Hands-on help with hiring, pricing, GTM strategy, and follow-on fundraising.
Network Access: Introductions to later-stage VCs, customers, and operators across the South and beyond.
Platform Value: Overline’s ecosystem programs and founder community designed to reduce friction for startups outside traditional tech hubs.
