Moderne Ventures Names Seven Companies for Fall 2026 Passport Class as Its Investment Network Expands

Moderne Ventures has announced the seven companies selected for its Fall 2026 Passport Class, bringing together businesses from across the United States for its six-month industry immersion programme.

The selected companies are Buildcheck, DenZen, GC AI, Nemu, Permute, Pitchit and Split Pay.

Their headquarters span several locations, including California, Colorado, Washington, Illinois, Texas and Florida.

The companies joining the Fall 2026 class are:

• Buildcheck

  — Palo Alto, California

• DenZen

  — Denver, Colorado

• GC AI

  — San Mateo, California

• Nemu

  — Seattle, Washington

• Permute

  — Chicago, Illinois

• Pitchit

  — Austin, Texas

• Split Pay

  — Miami, Florida

Inside the Moderne Passport Programme

The Moderne Passport Programme is designed to provide participants with an intensive six-month introduction to the industry.

Its structure combines education, industry exposure, practical insight and relationship-building opportunities.

According to Moderne Ventures, the programme is intended to help participating companies develop customer growth through greater industry knowledge and connections.

Venture Capital Firm Focuses on Technology Across Traditional Industries

Based in Chicago, Illinois, Moderne Ventures invests in technologies including artificial intelligence, robotics, financial technology and digital transactions.

The firm focuses on bringing these technologies into established sectors such as real estate, finance and insurance, among others.

The firm is led by Constance Freedman, its founder and managing partner, alongside Carolyn Kwon, managing director.

Moderne Ventures Reports More Than $600 Million in Assets Under Management

Moderne Ventures has an 18-year track record and reports generating top-tier returns across five funds.

The firm manages more than $600 million in assets under management.

Its investment portfolio includes more than 50 companies, alongside additional equity investments in over 170 companies associated with the Moderne Passport Programme.

Among the market leaders in which the firm has made lead investments are DocuSign, ICON, Caribou, Mesh, Proof, Porch and Xeal.