Next Level Ventures, LLC
SEC exempt reporting adviser (venture capital exemption).
- Website
- http://www.nextlevelvc.com
- HQ
- IA
Next Level Ventures is an Iowa-based strategic investment firm focused on long-term value creation through disciplined capital investment and active partnerships. Its portfolio includes Bankjoy, AKUVO, Equipifi, PatientFi, Silvur, and Tractor Zoom. The firm has announced Next Level Ventures Fund III.
New fund likely raising soon
The firm's newest fund is 4 to 7 years past its first sale and no newer Form D has been filed.
01 · Says / Does
| Tag | Says | Does |
|---|---|---|
| Stages | Not stated | Not enough dated deals |
| Sectors | Fintech | Not enough dated deals |
| Regions | US | Not enough dated deals |
Says: what the firm's funds state. Does: from 0 dated deals in the last 24 months.
02 · Fund history
| Fund | Year | Size | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curql Fund I, LLLP | 2020 | $143M to $250M (Form D) | Follow-ons only |
03 · People across funds
- Craig Ibsen, Principal of General Partner
Curql Fund I, LLLP (Named on Form D)
- Dave Tucker, Principal of General Partner
Curql Fund I, LLLP (Named on Form D)
- Duane Harris, Principal of General Partner
Curql Fund I, LLLP (Named on Form D)
- Scott Hoekman, Principal of General Partner
Curql Fund I, LLLP (Named on Form D)
- Elizabeth Caven, Principal
Curql Fund I, LLLP (Team)
- Liz Keehner
Curql Fund I, LLLP (Team)
- Stephen Schroder, Principal
Curql Fund I, LLLP (Team)
04 · Recent deals
No dated deals found yet.
05 · Latest from the firm
- Team changeNext Level Ventures Promotes Liz Keehner to PartnerApr 20, 2026
- Team changeStephen Schroder Joins Next Level Ventures as PrincipalMar 12, 2026
- New fundThird Iowa Strategic Fund First CloseFeb 18, 2025
- Team changeNext Level Ventures Promotes Michael Perrin and Liz KeehnerDec 17, 2024
06 · Sources
- http://www.nextlevelvc.com
- https://www.nextlevelvc.com/contact/
- https://www.nextlevelvc.com/portfolio/
- https://www.nextlevelvc.com/funds/next-level-ventures-fund-lll/
- https://www.nextlevelvc.com/team/
- https://www.nextlevelvc.com/news/stephen-schroder-joins-next-level-ventures-as-principal/
- https://www.nextlevelvc.com/funds/curql-investment-fund/
- https://www.nextlevelvc.com/news/next-level-ventures-promotes-liz-keehner-to-partner/
- https://www.nextlevelvc.com/news/next-level-ventures-promotes-michael-perrin-and-liz-keehner/
- https://www.nextlevelvc.com/about/
- https://www.nextlevelvc.com/news/next-level-ventures-announces-first-close-of-third-iowa-strategic-investment-fund/
Fund dates and sizes are from SEC Form D filings.
Last verified: Oct 25, 2026