About the Fund.
Sensel Family Ventures is a private, family-backed investment initiative rooted in the Greater Dayton Area. Launched in 2025, the venture was founded to provide patient, purpose-driven capital to small businesses with strong leadership, strong values, and local roots. Our investment approach is intentional, community-focused, and long-term — prioritizing economic impact over short-term gain.
We operate with a deep respect for the entrepreneurial journey and the conviction that healthy businesses create healthy communities. While profit is not our primary motive, we believe that disciplined investing and aligned values can generate meaningful returns — both financial and social — for generations to come.
Core Values
Community Impact
We are committed to strengthening the Greater Dayton Area by supporting local entrepreneurs whose success contributes to the vibrancy and resilience of our community.
Legacy
We honor the vision and values of Frank and Karen Sensel by making decisions that reflect long-term thinking, family continuity, and generational responsibility.
Entrepreneurial Spirit
We embrace innovation, thoughtful risk-taking, and the drive to create value — both in the businesses we invest in and in how we lead as a family.
Family Collaboration
We work together across generations and perspectives, cultivating open communication, shared learning, and a deep sense of belonging.
Value Creation
We aim to multiply the impact of every dollar entrusted to us — not only through financial return, but through enduring value for entrepreneurs, our community, and future generations.