We're Building the
Future with You

We're Building the
Future with You

We craft and implement data-driven growth strategies for mid-market
enterprises, turning ambitious goals into measurable, exceptional results.

We craft and implement data-driven growth strategies for mid-market enterprises.

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average increase in valuation

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average increase in operational efficiency

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A group of three professional men in dark suits with ties (one red, one dark) stand side-by-side with their arms crossed, looking confidently at the camera in a modern office environment.
A group of three professional men in dark suits with ties (one red, one dark) stand side-by-side with their arms crossed, looking confidently at the camera in a modern office environment.

Why?

Our Values.

Our Values.

At Optima, our work is guided by a set of core principles that define
who we are, how we operate, and the partnerships we build.

At Optima, our work is guided by a set of core principles that define who we are, how we operate, and the partnerships we build.

Integrity & Transparency

We believe in open communication and honest partnerships. We share our strategies and processes with full transparency.

Integrity & Transparency

We believe in open communication and honest partnerships. We share our strategies and processes with full transparency.

Integrity & Transparency

We believe in open communication and honest partnerships. We share our strategies and processes with full transparency.

Impact-Driven Results

Our ultimate measure of success is the tangible impact we deliver. We are relentlessly focused on creating significant, sustainable growth.

Impact-Driven Results

Our ultimate measure of success is the tangible impact we deliver. We are relentlessly focused on creating significant, sustainable growth.

Impact-Driven Results

Our ultimate measure of success is the tangible impact we deliver. We are relentlessly focused on creating significant, sustainable growth.

Collaborative Partnership

We don't work for our clients, we work with them. We embed ourselves within your team to ensure shared ownership and seamless execution.

Collaborative Partnership

We don't work for our clients, we work with them. We embed ourselves within your team to ensure shared ownership and seamless execution.

Collaborative Partnership

We don't work for our clients, we work with them. We embed ourselves within your team to ensure shared ownership and seamless execution.

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A close-up of a computer monitor displaying financial graphs, charts, and data tables. In the blurry background, a man in a dark suit and red tie is talking on a phone.

Why Optima?

The Optima Difference.

We believe that true growth comes from a solid partnership. Unlike traditional consultants who provide a report and leave, we embed ourselves with your team to ensure our strategies are not just created but fully executed. We are committed to turning your potential into measurable, real-world results.

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A close-up of a computer monitor displaying financial graphs, charts, and data tables. In the blurry background, a man in a dark suit and red tie is talking on a phone.

$0.0B

$0.0B

$0.0B

$0.0B

in growth capital raised

in growth capital raised

0x

0x

0x

0x

average increase in valuation

average increase
in valuation

0%

0%

average increase in operational efficiency

Our Journey

Optima Story

Optima Ventures' story is built on a single premise: true partnership. Founded in 2005, our firm has grown into a global presence with offices in New York and San Francisco. We are dedicated to partnering with exceptional founders to help turn their revolutionary ideas into market-defining realities, building a legacy of innovation and success one company at a time.

2005

The Launch of Optima Ventures

Thomas Langley founded Optima Ventures in New York and San Francisco to be at the heart of both finance and innovation, closing the inaugural fund.

2010

The Operational Blueprint

Led by COO Michael Ortiz, the firm formalized its hands-on operational model to help founders scale their businesses with a data-driven approach.

2015

First Major Exit

Optima celebrates its first significant exit, validating its founder-first model and solidifying its reputation within the venture capital community.

2020

A New Fund

The firm successfully closes its fourth fund, raising significant capital to support a new generation of founders and pivotal tech companies.

2025

Looking to the Future

Optima celebrates the major milestones of successful exits and explosive portfolio growth, setting the stage for continued expansion and a legacy of innovation.

Our Journey

Optima Story

Optima Ventures' story is built on a single premise: true partnership. Founded in 2005, our firm has grown into a global presence with offices in New York and San Francisco. We are dedicated to partnering with exceptional founders to help turn their revolutionary ideas into market-defining realities, building a legacy of innovation and success one company at a time.

2005

The Launch of Optima Ventures

Thomas Langley founded Optima Ventures in New York and San Francisco to be at the heart of both finance and innovation, closing the inaugural fund.

2010

The Operational Blueprint

Led by COO Michael Ortiz, the firm formalized its hands-on operational model to help founders scale their businesses with a data-driven approach.

2015

First Major Exit

Optima celebrates its first significant exit, validating its founder-first model and solidifying its reputation within the venture capital community.

2020

A New Fund

The firm successfully closes its fourth fund, raising significant capital to support a new generation of founders and pivotal tech companies.

2025

Looking to the Future

Optima celebrates the major milestones of successful exits and explosive portfolio growth, setting the stage for continued expansion and a legacy of innovation.

Our Journey

Optima Story

Optima Ventures' story is built on a single premise: true partnership. Founded in 2005, our firm has grown into a global presence with offices in New York and San Francisco. We are dedicated to partnering with exceptional founders to help turn their revolutionary ideas into market-defining realities, building a legacy of innovation and success one company at a time.

2005

The Launch of Optima Ventures

Thomas Langley founded Optima Ventures in New York and San Francisco to be at the heart of both finance and innovation, closing the inaugural fund.

2010

The Operational Blueprint

Led by COO Michael Ortiz, the firm formalized its hands-on operational model to help founders scale their businesses with a data-driven approach.

2015

First Major Exit

Optima celebrates its first significant exit, validating its founder-first model and solidifying its reputation within the venture capital community.

2020

A New Fund

The firm successfully closes its fourth fund, raising significant capital to support a new generation of founders and pivotal tech companies.

2025

Looking to the Future

Optima celebrates the major milestones of successful exits and explosive portfolio growth, setting the stage for continued expansion and a legacy of innovation.

Our team

Meet our Amazing Team.

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Our team

Meet our Amazing Team.

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Our team

Meet our Amazing Team.

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Careers

Join Our Amazing
Team at Optima.

Strategy Consultant

San Francisco

Drive tailored growth strategies for U.S. mid-market enterprises, boosting revenue and market expansion with innovative plans.An analytical and strategic thinker to join our team, providing data-driven recommendations and developing strategic roadmaps to help our portfolio companies navigate complex business challenges and achieve their goals.

Strategy Consultant

San Francisco

Drive tailored growth strategies for U.S. mid-market enterprises, boosting revenue and market expansion with innovative plans.An analytical and strategic thinker to join our team, providing data-driven recommendations and developing strategic roadmaps to help our portfolio companies navigate complex business challenges and achieve their goals.

Strategy Consultant

San Francisco

Drive tailored growth strategies for U.S. mid-market enterprises, boosting revenue and market expansion with innovative plans.An analytical and strategic thinker to join our team, providing data-driven recommendations and developing strategic roadmaps to help our portfolio companies navigate complex business challenges and achieve their goals.

Director of Portfolio Operations

San Francisco

A senior operator to work directly with founders, building and optimizing the internal processes that drive scalable growth and unlock value across our portfolio companies.

Director of Portfolio Operations

San Francisco

A senior operator to work directly with founders, building and optimizing the internal processes that drive scalable growth and unlock value across our portfolio companies.

Director of Portfolio Operations

San Francisco

A senior operator to work directly with founders, building and optimizing the internal processes that drive scalable growth and unlock value across our portfolio companies.

Growth Partner

New York

A strategic partner with a powerful network and deep industry expertise, focused on accelerating growth for our portfolio companies by creating strategic partnerships and securing new business.

Growth Partner

New York

A strategic partner with a powerful network and deep industry expertise, focused on accelerating growth for our portfolio companies by creating strategic partnerships and securing new business.

Growth Partner

New York

A strategic partner with a powerful network and deep industry expertise, focused on accelerating growth for our portfolio companies by creating strategic partnerships and securing new business.

Venture Partner

New York

A flexible, project-based role for a proven founder or subject-matter expert to provide specialized strategic advice and diligence support to our team and portfolio.

Venture Partner

New York

A flexible, project-based role for a proven founder or subject-matter expert to provide specialized strategic advice and diligence support to our team and portfolio.

Venture Partner

New York

A flexible, project-based role for a proven founder or subject-matter expert to provide specialized strategic advice and diligence support to our team and portfolio.

Two Locations.
Worldwide Impact.

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New York City Office

250 Park Avenue, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10177

Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST

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San Francisco Office

455 Market Street, Suite 1250, San Francisco, CA 94105

Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST

Two Locations.
Worldwide Impact.

Modern, empty office desk setup. A large computer monitor displays complex financial charts and data dashboards. A mesh office chair is visible in the foreground, with the New York City Office address listed below.

New York City Office

250 Park Avenue, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10177

Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST

Modern, empty office desk setup. A large computer monitor displays complex financial charts and data dashboards. A mesh office chair is visible in the foreground, with the New York City Office address listed below.

San Francisco Office

455 Market Street, Suite 1250, San Francisco, CA 94105

Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST

Two Locations.
Worldwide Impact.

Modern, empty office desk setup. A large computer monitor displays complex financial charts and data dashboards. A mesh office chair is visible in the foreground, with the New York City Office address listed below.

New York City Office

250 Park Avenue, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10177

Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST

Modern, empty office desk setup. A large computer monitor displays complex financial charts and data dashboards. A mesh office chair is visible in the foreground, with the New York City Office address listed below.

San Francisco Office

455 Market Street, Suite 1250, San Francisco, CA 94105

Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST

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