
FUELING TOMORROW'S INNOVATIONS


EMPOWERING OUR INVESTMENTS
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ACCESS TO DATA
Each investment can come with tailored access to relevant datasets curated by our partners. This access is governed by stringent ethical and legal standards to ensure privacy and compliance while providing the rich data needed for deep learning and AI training.
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COLLABORATIVE ECOSYSTEM
We nurture a symbiotic ecosystem where our startups benefit from both our data resources and the opportunity to collaborate with global technology leaders in their target industries. This ecosystem not only accelerates development cycles but also enhances the relevance and applicability of AI solutions.
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EXPERT GUIDANCE AND SUPPORT
The team, complemented by our network of industry experts, provides ongoing support in data analytics, machine learning, and business strategy to ensure that data integration is effectively translated into market-leading innovations.
Iona Star LP is an operator-managed venture capital fund dedicated to accelerating technology innovation with artificial intelligence and data. The team of Gerry Buggy, Mike Powell, Graham Ferguson, and Kevin McGivern have significant experience as leaders across businesses as founders, C-suite and senior executives that come with a hands-on background in building, scaling, and managing companies that will bring substantial expertise to the benefit of the Fund’s portfolio companies. This fund has secured significant commitments from industry leaders, setting a robust foundation for investments that will be made globally.
We believe that the future of AI and technology investment is about more than just money. It's about strategically empowering portfolio companies with the resources they need to innovate and lead. By providing both capital, technology, and data, we are not only investing; we are actively participating in shaping its future, ensuring our startups have what they need to succeed in the global marketplace.


'' The Iona Star management team were our first investment pitch at RxDataScience and supported us throughout our journey. The strategic direction and guidance enabled the team to concentrate on achieving the best outcome for both the company and investors and eventual acquisition by Syneos Health.''
CEO : RX DATA SCIENCE
Sayee Natarajan

'' We have worked with the Iona Star management team from inception. The team has assisted with technology, providing the necessary introductions and expertise. Alongside that, as an early-stage company they have been invaluable in nurturing data partnerships with industry heavyweight companies.''
CEO : INQDATA
Theodore Voegt

'' We’re thrilled to partner with Iona Star as an official AWS Activate Provider and help identify and support their startups as they build and grow their businesses. AWS will provide access to credits, technical support, and personalized content & offers for investee companies.''
Venture Capital & Startup Ecosystems : AWS
Ed O’Riordan

'' As an Artificial Intelligence software and services provider, we are excited to be working in partnership with Iona Star around due diligence on their investments. Our pool of 500+ AI and Machine Learning experts have experience solving challenges across industries that will bring benefit to Iona Star and their investors.''
CEO, AI & Machine Learning Leader : BRAINPOOL.AI
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