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Chaifetz Group
Chaifetz Group is a Chicago-based single-family office that invests permanent family capital in early and mid-stage growth companies across various sectors, including venture capital and private equity.
Overview
What Chaifetz Group does
What Chaifetz Group is
Chaifetz Group is a Chicago-based single-family office that invests permanent family capital in early and mid-stage growth companies across various sectors, including venture capital and private equity.
How it participates in the startup ecosystem
The current public profile supports funder capabilities. Each capability below is shown separately so organization identity and role-specific information do not get conflated.
Operational profile
Organization status and context
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- Operational status
- Active
- Organization type
- Family Office
- Structured capabilities
- Funder
- Last reviewed
- May 1, 2026
Official channels
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Capability profile
Chaifetz Group as a funder
Investment thesis
Chaifetz Group invests permanent family capital in entrepreneurs and management teams to build disruptive businesses, emphasizing long-term partnerships and operational support.
Focus narrative
Chaifetz Group employs a flexible investment strategy that spans venture capital and growth equity, private equity, and real estate. The firm is particularly interested in asset-light business models with recurring revenue and strong operating leverage. It seeks to partner with founders who are building scalable, high-growth companies in large markets, especially in sectors like software, consumer technology, healthcare, and sports.
Value beyond capital
Chaifetz Group adds value to its portfolio companies through operational guidance and strategic support, leveraging the experience of its leadership team, particularly Dr. Richard A. Chaifetz, who has a proven track record in building and scaling businesses. The firm emphasizes alignment with management teams and provides patient capital without the pressure of short-term fund timelines.
Terms and economics
- Typical check
- $200,000–$5,000,000
Focus and fit
- Stages
- Seed · Series A · Growth Equity · Pre-IPO
- Sectors
- Artificial IntelligenceHealthcareConsumerFintechSaaS & Cloud SoftwareMobility & TransportationMarketing & Advertising TechMedia & Entertainment
- Regions
- United States
Availability
- Currently deploying
- Yes
Portfolio and track record
- Recorded portfolio count
- 10
Portfolio context
Notable portfolio companies include: Alpine Racing: Competes in Formula One, the highest level of professional automotive racing. San Francisco Giants: A Major League Baseball team with multiple World Series Championships. ComPsych Corporation: The world's largest provider of mental health services, serving over 163 million individuals globally. St. Louis Shock: A franchise in Major League Pickleball, recognized as champions in their league. xAI: An artificial intelligence company focused on scientific discovery and problem-solving. aXiomatic Gaming: The controlling entity of Team Liquid, a leading e-sports team. Quip: An oral care company offering a subscription service for dental products. M1 Finance: A consumer finance platform integrating investing, borrowing, and saving. Backlot Cars: An online marketplace for wholesale automotive inventory. Beta Technologies: A producer of eVTOL aircraft, enhancing transportation and logistics.
Common questions
What to know about Chaifetz Group
Upseed classifies Chaifetz Group under the Family Office organization type. Its current public profile includes funder capabilities.
Source and update disclosure
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Source basis
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Last reviewed
May 1, 2026
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