gener8tor
gener8tor is a venture capital firm and startup accelerator based in Madison, Wisconsin. Founded in 2012, it supports high-growth startups across the U.S. and internationally, operating in 41 communities across 22 states and two countries. The firm has facilitated over 2,100 startup placements, helping these companies raise more than $3 billion in funding and create over 15,000 jobs. gener8tor has been recognized as a top-tier accelerator, receiving accolades such as the 2022 VC firm of the year from The International Trade Council. The company offers various accelerator programs and investme
Investing activity
gener8tor appears in 1 AI deal tracked by the Lounge deals desk. The rounds are mostly Seed, with a median round size of $3M. The most recent is Tugboat (Seed, $3M, Jun 2026).
gener8tor most often invests alongside ResilienceVC, South Dakota First Capital, Sure Ventures and Acumen America, and the companies it backs on Lounge are mostly in AI.
Deals
Frequently asked questions about gener8tor
What AI companies has gener8tor invested in?
gener8tor's AI investments include Tugboat. The 1 round on Lounge are listed on this page with amounts, dates and co-investors.
Where is gener8tor based?
gener8tor is based in Madison, Wisconsin, United States.
What stage does gener8tor invest at?
In the rounds tracked on Lounge, gener8tor has invested at Seed, with a median round of $3M.
Who does gener8tor co-invest with?
gener8tor's most frequent co-investors on Lounge are ResilienceVC (1 deal), South Dakota First Capital (1 deal), Sure Ventures (1 deal) and Acumen America (1 deal).
How can founders reach gener8tor?
Founders on Lounge can see gener8tor's contact details in AI Investor Contacts (paid plans), check for a warm introduction through members who worked with the firm under Warm Paths, and add gener8tor to their Investor Pipeline to track the conversation.