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Venture Capital and Private Equity PrincipalsCalifornia, United States2-10 Employees
MOTIV operates as both an investor and advisor to mission-driven entrepreneurs, companies and investment firms, aiming to create greater financial value by embedding integrity in culture and business models and by maximizing value for a broad set of stakeholders, including communities and the environment. The firm acts as equity owners and strategic advisors to Uprising Ventures, The Cranemere Group, and Community Investment Management, taking on roles such as sourcing and evaluating deal flow, building aligned networks of capital and talent, and strengthening strategy and portfolio management. Through its work, MOTIV looks for opportunities across sectors like resource efficiency, food, agriculture, water, health and wellness, financial inclusion, and education. Based in San Francisco, California, MOTIV operates with a small team and focuses on aligning investments with ethical and sustainable outcomes. The organization positions itself within the venture capital and private equity landscape by combining ownership stakes with advisory services to help portfolio entities navigate growth and impact.