Ring 0 · Grand Rapids, MI
Wakestream Ventures
Software, marketing technology, customer experience, fintech, B2B, and regional startup platforms.
Regional venture fundHold · 22.8
Source record
Stage gate
Seed to Series A
Typical check
Approximately $500,000 to $2,000,000
People
Alex Osborn; Adam Kerzner referenced in concise atlas; verify current roles.
Strategic value
Local venture relationship and potential co-investor / intro source.
Introduction paths
SBDC, entrepreneurial networks, local founder intros.
Likely objections
May need proof of bank/insurer demand and product readiness.
Meeting strategy
Pitch Bankabil as software infrastructure for regulated AI evidence rather than broad AI governance.
Verification requirement
Verify current public information, investment mandate, team members, and check range before live outreach.
Scoring
Vertical fitTODO verify
Strategic fitMedium-high local fit · ~62/100 est.
- Warmth bonus
- +2
- Timing bonus
- +6
- Friction penalty
- −10
- Priority
- 22.8
Warmth state
Ring 0 cadence
Weekly local presence, walkable meetings, frequent informal touchpoints.
Local legitimacy, angels, lead candidates, connectors.
TRIP — Local / walkable — maintain frequent, lightweight touches.