We Fund Builders.
We Scale Visionaries.
Wagner Ventures is an incubator that provides early-stage funding to visionary founders, allowing them to focus 100% on execution. Once traction is proven, we guide them toward securing external investors for the next level.
How We Work
Our 3-stage model to help visionary founders build, scale, and secure funding
Level 1 - Incubation
Initial Funding
We provide early-stage funding so you can focus 100% on building your product without financial distractions.
Selective investment
For visionary founders ready to go full-time on their startup.
Initial capital to focus on building
Operational support and resources
Product development guidance
Level 2 - Scaling Support
Hands-on Guidance
Once your product is built, we help you gain traction through strategic guidance and operational support.
Included with incubation
For portfolio companies ready to find product-market fit and scale.
Go-to-market strategy development
Growth metrics optimization
Operational scaling frameworks
Level 3 - Investor Access
Next-Stage Funding
When you’re ready to scale further, we connect you with our network of investors for your next funding round.
Network access for portfolio companies
For startups with traction ready for external investment.
Investor pitch preparation
Introductions to relevant VCs and angels
Fundraising strategy and support
Who We Fund
We're selective about the founders and industries we invest in
Founder Profile
Technical, product-driven builders
Visionaries who can execute
High-agency individuals who move fast
The founders we back
Industries We Focus On
AI & Automation
SaaS & Data-Driven Startups
B2B Software & Infrastructure
Where we invest
The Wagner Ventures Advantage
What makes our incubator different
Proven Track Record
We've successfully built and invested in multiple startups, including Skillsfaster and SMM Deal Finder. Our hands-on experience as founders gives us unique insights into what it takes to build successful companies.
Founders backing founders
Full-Time Focus Funding
We provide the initial capital needed for founders to work full-time on their vision from day one, eliminating the need to balance side jobs or consulting work while building.
100% dedication to your startup
Investor Network Access
When you're ready to scale, we connect you with our network of investors who can provide the next level of funding to accelerate your growth.
Opening doors to future capital
Our Portfolio
We work with exceptional founders building the future
Skillsfaster
EdTech
An accelerator for life's ambitions with expert-led courses designed to help people learn valuable skills in record time. Has helped over 76,000 learners with courses in photography, fitness, makeup, and more.
Active Wagner Ventures Investment
SMM Deal Finder
AI & Lead Generation
AI-powered lead generation platform that helps businesses find and research hundreds of potential clients in minutes. Users can search for leads by keyword and location to discover new business opportunities.
Active Wagner Ventures Investment
Amazon Success Tools
E-commerce Tools
Advanced analytics and wholesale outreach tools to help Amazon FBA sellers find profitable products and connect with suppliers at scale.
Wagner Ventures Portfolio Company
InstaLeadHub
Social Media Analytics
Instagram lead generation platform that provides comprehensive analytics and data points for each Instagram account to help businesses find ideal leads.
Wagner Ventures Portfolio Company
If you're working on something ambitious in our focus areas, we want to hear from you.