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Jesse Devitte is a General Partner and co-founder of Building Ventures, a venture capital firm focused on early-stage technology companies transforming the built world. He is also a successful serial entrepreneur, having co-founded companies like Sample6 and SiteScape.
Jesse Devitte invests in technology for the built world, including construction tech, proptech, sustainable building solutions, and innovations in architecture, engineering, and real estate. He targets early-stage companies (seed to Series A).
Jesse Devitte works as a General Partner at Building Ventures, a venture capital firm dedicated to investing in technology for the built world.
Jesse Devitte is the Co-Founder and General Partner of Building Ventures in Boston, Massachusetts. Before entering venture capital, he co-founded the architecture and engineering software firm SoftDesk, serving as an executive and board director through its initial public offering and subsequent acquisition by Autodesk. Following the acquisition, Devitte served as Vice President and General Manager of Autodesk's AEC Market Group before co-founding Borealis Ventures. His investment track record spans over 30 years and includes early backing for SketchUp, which was acquired by Google, and Honest Buildings, which was later purchased by Procore. At Building Ventures, he recently helped close a $95 million second fund in 2022 and manages board seats for portfolio companies including Aeroseal and Clearstory. Devitte leverages his operational background and Indiana University education to focus on early-stage startups transforming the built environment.
Jesse Devitte is a prominent figure in venture capital, serving as a General Partner and co-founder at Building Ventures. This firm is dedicated to investing in and nurturing early-stage technology companies that are revolutionizing the built world – encompassing architecture, engineering, construction, and real estate. With a deep understanding of both technology and the unique challenges of these industries, Jesse plays a pivotal role in identifying and scaling the next generation of industry leaders.
At Building Ventures, Jesse Devitte is instrumental in shaping the firm's investment strategy and portfolio. He actively seeks out innovative solutions that address critical pain points within the built environment. His investment focus areas are broad yet specific, including advanced construction technologies, property technology (proptech), sustainable building materials and processes, supply chain optimization for construction, and the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning in AEC. He is particularly interested in companies that offer tangible improvements in efficiency, safety, and environmental impact.
Jesse's journey to becoming a leading venture capitalist is rooted in a successful career as a serial entrepreneur and operator. Before co-founding Building Ventures, he demonstrated a remarkable ability to build and scale impactful technology companies. He notably co-founded and served as CEO of Sample6, a company that developed rapid pathogen detection technology, which was later acquired by Procter & Gamble. Prior to Sample6, Jesse also co-founded and led SiteScape, an enterprise software company that was successfully acquired by Autodesk, a global leader in design and make technology. This hands-on experience in founding, growing, and exiting technology ventures provides him with invaluable insights into the entrepreneurial journey, making him a highly empathetic and effective partner for founders.
Jesse Devitte's operational background allows him to offer more than just capital; he provides strategic guidance, mentorship, and a deep network to portfolio companies. His vision for the built world is one where technology drives greater productivity, sustainability, and innovation, ultimately creating more resilient and efficient infrastructure. Through Building Ventures, Jesse continues to empower entrepreneurs who are building the future of our physical world, transforming traditional industries with cutting-edge solutions.
