Investment approach
Founders first
We invest in and support exceptional founders who possess technical DNA, a clear vision, and a relentless drive to solve complex problems.
Technical craft excellence
We seek companies whose technologies advance commerce, improve developer experience, and empower entrepreneurship.
Collaboration beyond capital
We provide more than just funding. We work with founders as partners in product and tech, not just as investors.
Guidance across stages
We start our journey with founders at Seed through Series B and provide continuous support throughout their entire entrepreneurial journey.
Portfolio acceleration
Our goal as an investor is to help you build your company and play the infinite game of entrepreneurship. We’re committed to working with you to accelerate your growth in ways only Shopify can provide.
Advisory Program
Shopify’s focus on building great products for millions of entrepreneurs globally has enabled us to build a team of world-class, passionate, and deeply experienced specialists.
As a founder, you’ll gain exclusive access to individual and group advisory sessions led by these experts. From designing products to scaling infrastructure to building teams, the Advisory Program accelerates founder learning and empowers our companies to tackle emerging challenges confidently.
Founder Connections
We facilitate meaningful connections and knowledge sharing through various initiatives, including our Founder Summit and curated events like local meetups or domain-specific dinners. These gatherings bring together portfolio founders, industry leaders, and other key players in the commerce, web development, and entrepreneurship ecosystem.
Founder testimonials
“Shopify Ventures has had a significant influence on our trajectory. They’ve provided valuable feedback on new products we’ve launched, shared tips on increasing our market share with large merchants, and given us direct access to leaders like Tobi and Harley. Their board involvement and platform efforts ensure we’re not just growing—we’re redefining e-commerce.”
Romain Lapeyre
Co-founder & CEO
“The ongoing support from the Shopify Ventures team has been crucial in shaping our strategic direction, and we deeply appreciate their partnership. Their actionable advice is instrumental, and their proactive, collaborative, and responsive approach shows a strong commitment to our success. They help open doors to new opportunities, accelerating our product development and increasing our visibility in their ecosystem. Additionally, their Advisory Program connections to subject matter experts provide valuable insights when needed.”
Dipti Desai
Co-founder & CEO
“Shopify Ventures has been an incredible partner for Sanity, providing strategic guidance and opening doors across the Shopify organization. Their team deeply understands the challenges founders face and have been a valuable sounding board as we scale our business. Beyond capital, I've been impressed by the access they provide to industry-leading experts and their genuine commitment to supporting our long-term success.”
Magnus Kongsli Hillestad
Co-founder & CEO
