What is Elysium Ventures Fund 1?

Elysium Venture Fund 1 (VF1) is a founder-led, early-stage venture fund and holdings company that invests in high-potential consumer and technology startups with a focus on profitability and intelligent growth. Alongside our 506c fund, we are one of the only platforms allowing a broader range of qualified investors to participate in venture-backed growth opportunities through a diversified, professionally managed portfolio.

Who can invest in Elysium Fund 1?

Elysium is open to accredited investors under SEC Regulation D 506(b)/(c) and Regulation CF / Regulation A+ offerings to allow non-accredited investors to participate.

To qualify today, you must meet the SEC’s income or net worth thresholds—or be a business entity with sufficient assets. We aim to empower emerging accredited professionals who seek to diversify their portfolios beyond public equities & bonds by investing directly into controll

Why does venture capital deserve a place in my portfolio?

Venture capital has historically delivered some of the highest returns of any asset class—with top quartile funds achieving 20–30% IRR. By investing in early-stage private companies before IPO or acquisition, investors gain exposure to asymmetric upside that is uncorrelated with traditional markets. Venture class has delivered as much as 1000x returns to investors through transformative, market-creating companies.

Elysium provides curated access to a high-performing portfolio of brands with market-creation potential, real revenue, strong founders, and de-risked growth plans—mitigating common venture risks.

What makes Elysium different from traditional VC funds?

We combine the rigor of a traditional fund structure with the vision and hands-on execution of founder-operators. Our portfolio companies are originated, developed, and operated by a managing team with over 20 years of experience building and scaling consumer and technology ventures—not simply allocating capital.

Investors gain exposure to a curated portfolio built under a unified strategy and operating system, designed for active value creation rather than passive participation.

Our digital-first platform also expands access to private markets, enabling participation from investors historically excluded by high minimums, limited networks, or legacy gatekeeping.

What kinds of companies does Elysium invest in?

Elysium invests in and operates early-stage, revenue-generating companies across:

• Consumer packaged goods (CPG)

• Fintech and digital marketplaces

• Consumer health, wellness, and longevity

• Premium and luxury real estate, lifestyle, and future-of-living ventures

• Select AI and SaaS platforms with embedded consumer utility

We focus on businesses with scalable models, strong category positioning, and clear paths to growth—originated, developed, or supported by our team and built within a unified operating framework.

How does Elysium reduce risk compared to other VC funds?

Most early-stage funds suffer from lack of focus and lack of founder engagement. At Elysium:

• We operate a hands-on venture studio model, partnering deeply with founders.

• Our startups typically have real revenue, early traction, and product-market validation.

• We allocate capital in tranches based on clear milestones.

• Our fund construction includes 4–6 non-correlated portfolio companies, reducing exposure to any single bet.

What is the minimum investment in Elysium Fund I?

Currently, the minimum investment for qualified investors is $10,000 USD. However, we periodically offer lower minimums during private reservations or through qualified Reg CF rounds, with minimum as low as $499.99 USD

Is Elysium a blind pool fund or a portfolio you can see?

Elysium Fund I is not a blind pool. Investors are introduced to our anchor portfolio companies and given transparency into:

• Current holdings

• Deal structures

• Use of funds

• Go-to-market plans

• Valuation strategies

This visibility helps investors make informed decisions and increases confidence in fund performance.

How long is the investment horizon?

Elysium Fund I targets a 4–7 year investment horizon. However, liquidity events—such as M&A, secondaries, or strategic buyouts—may occur earlier for select assets. We actively manage toward meaningful liquidity for our investors while prioritizing value-maximizing exits.

Can I invest through my IRA, Trust, or LLC?

Yes. Elysium accepts investments from self-directed IRAs, trusts, corporate entities, and multi-member LLCs, provided proper documentation is submitted during onboarding.

How do I get started?

Interested investors can visit elysiumventures.fund to:

• Review our Portfolio construction

• Apply for access to review fund assets and deal room

• Book a discovery call with our fund team

• Secure an allocation in the current fund round

How can I stay updated on new investment opportunities?

Join our email list for:

• New fund announcements

• Portfolio updates

• Investor Q&A sessions

• Industry deep dives

We’re building a global community of forward-looking investors, and early access is key.

Does Elysium control the companies it invests in?

In most cases, yes. Elysium and its affiliated entities typically hold majority or significant ownership positions in portfolio companies, allowing for active involvement in strategy, execution, and long-term value creation.

Is the Elysium team involved in building the underlying companies?

Yes. Elysium operates as a venture studio. Our team is directly involved in originating, developing, and scaling many of the companies within the portfolio, often as founders, operators, or strategic partners.

Are there conflicts of interest in this structure?

Because Elysium operates as both investor and builder, the Manager and affiliated entities may have interests across multiple portfolio companies. This includes involvement in company formation, ownership, and capital allocation.

All such relationships are disclosed, and investors should understand that the Manager maintains broad discretion across the platform.

How is capital allocated across portfolio companies?

Capital allocation decisions are made by the Manager based on opportunity, performance, and strategic fit. This includes determining which companies receive initial or follow-on investment, as well as the timing and structure of those investments.

What am I ultimately investing in?

Investors are gaining exposure to a portfolio of companies developed and managed under Elysium’s platform. Performance is driven by the Manager’s ability to build, scale, and exit these businesses over time.

How are portfolio companies valued?

Valuations are determined by the Manager based on internal analysis, market conditions, and comparable opportunities. As with most early-stage investments, these valuations may not reflect public market pricing or third-party assessments.

Is Elysium a marketplace for third-party investment opportunities?

No. Elysium is not a broker or listing platform. The majority of portfolio companies are internally developed or affiliated with the Manager, and investment opportunities are offered within this controlled ecosystem.

Do transactions occur between affiliated Elysium entities?

Yes. Portfolio companies and affiliated entities may engage in transactions such as shared services, licensing, or strategic support. These relationships are disclosed and are designed to support operational efficiency and growth across the platform.

How is ownership structured?

The Manager maintains a majority ownership position in the platform through Elysium Capital Management. The Holdings Company owns strategic stakes across portfolio companies, while additional ownership is held through affiliated entities. Investors benefit from this combined exposure through a single investment.