R7 Partners

R7 Partners R7 Partners, founded in 2014 and based in Chicago and New York, describes itself simply as a "Hardtech VC". and the portfolio backs up the claim. With 21 portfolio companies including 4 new investments in the last 12 months, the fund targets autonomous cargo flights, robotic farms, and solid-oxide fuel cells. Portfolio companies include Iron Ox (indoor agriculture robotics), Pila Energy (fuel cells), and Soil Action. Founded by Tyler V. Engh, R7 focuses on early-stage Series A inves