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Dylan Ketcham is a Principal at Moderne Ventures, a venture capital firm based in Chicago, Illinois, where he focuses on early-stage technology investments. Since joining the firm in May 2021, he has helped deploy capital across the real estate, finance, and insurance sectors, investing from vehicles including a $200 million third fund. He actively supports portfolio companies and was appointed to the board of directors for Aerwave, a managed WiFi provider for multifamily properties, in 2024. Prior to his venture capital career, Ketcham served as a Vice President in the emerging fintech investment banking practice at Barclays from 2016 to 2020, following an earlier technology role at William Blair. Equipped with a bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan and a CFA designation, Ketcham focuses on identifying and scaling high-growth software companies across the proptech and fintech ecosystems.
As Vice President at Moderne Ventures, Dylan Ketcham is an integral part of one of the most active early-stage venture funds focused on the built world. In his role, Dylan is deeply involved in the entire investment lifecycle, from sourcing promising startups to conducting rigorous due diligence and providing ongoing support to portfolio companies. His contributions are crucial in identifying the next generation of industry leaders poised to transform real estate, finance, and construction.
Dylan's investment focus aligns perfectly with Moderne Ventures' mission to innovate the built world. He primarily targets companies within proptech (property technology), fintech (financial technology), and construction technology. Within proptech, he seeks out solutions that enhance property management, improve real estate transactions, optimize space utilization, and drive sustainability in buildings. In fintech, his interest lies in innovations that streamline real estate financing, improve payment systems, and create more accessible financial tools for property owners and developers. For construction tech, Dylan looks for advancements in building materials, project management software, automation, and safety technologies that increase efficiency and reduce costs across the construction lifecycle.
His career background reflects a strong foundation in venture capital and strategic analysis, equipping him with a keen eye for disruptive technologies and scalable business models. Prior to his current role, Dylan honed his skills in evaluating market trends, assessing competitive landscapes, and identifying high-growth potential companies. This experience allows him to effectively partner with founders, offering not just capital but also strategic guidance and access to Moderne Ventures' extensive network of industry leaders and corporate partners.
At Moderne Ventures, Dylan Ketcham is not just an investor; he is a catalyst for innovation. He actively works with companies participating in the Moderne Passport program, an industry-leading accelerator that connects startups with Fortune 500 companies. While specific notable investments are part of Moderne's broader portfolio strategy, Dylan's efforts contribute directly to the success of numerous groundbreaking companies that are redefining how we build, buy, sell, and manage properties. His commitment to fostering innovation ensures that Moderne Ventures continues to back solutions that address critical challenges and unlock new opportunities in the built world.
Through his work, Dylan Ketcham helps shape the future of real estate, finance, and construction, driving technological adoption and fostering a more efficient, sustainable, and connected built environment.
Dylan Ketcham is the Vice President at Moderne Ventures, an early-stage venture fund. He is an investor focused on identifying and supporting innovative companies in proptech, fintech, and construction technology.
Dylan Ketcham primarily invests in companies within the proptech (property technology), fintech (financial technology), and construction technology sectors, aiming to innovate the built world.
Dylan Ketcham works as the Vice President at Moderne Ventures, a prominent early-stage venture fund dedicated to investing in technologies that transform the built world.
