Plains Ventures

03/26/2026

Big news from our portfolio.

We are thrilled to congratulate Linear Health Sciences on the addition of Dr. Robert C. Robbins, MD as Chief Medical Officer and Board Member.

Dr. Robbins is a renowned cardiac surgeon, former University of Arizona President, and the architect of the world’s largest medical innovation ecosystem at Texas Medical Center. He has helped launch more than 50 biotech, medical device, and life sciences companies — and now he’s bringing that expertise to one of our most exciting portfolio companies.

At Plains Ventures, we invest in exceptional teams solving real problems. Linear Health Sciences and the Orchid Safety Release Valve represent exactly that, a clinically validated, market-ready solution to a $2 billion problem in U.S. healthcare.

Dr. Robbins’ addition signals what’s next for Linear. We couldn’t be more excited for the team.

https://ow.ly/Ssjx50Yzj4i

03/10/2026

We invest between the coasts because that’s where we keep seeing overlooked excellence.

We consistently see founders who build with urgency, operate with realism, and don’t confuse noise for traction. Our job is to bring early-stage capital, plus the guidance and network that helps companies scale.

If you’re building something that solves a real problem, we’re ready to connect. https://plainsvc.com/

02/18/2026

A strong data room doesn’t “win a round,” but a weak one can lose it.

If you’re raising in 2026, here’s the simplest rule we’ve seen: make it easy to understand the business, fast. Clean structure. Current metrics. Clear narrative. Fewer scavenger hunts.

We shared a practical guide to organizing your data room here: https://plainsvc.com/resources/toolkit/

02/12/2026

Oklahoma continues to show up as a place where companies can start, and scale.

A recent ranking placed Oklahoma among the top states to start a business in 2026. That doesn’t happen by accident. It’s the result of founders building through cycles, talent choosing to stay (or return), and an ecosystem that keeps improving the fundamentals.

The opportunity now: convert “great place to start” into “great place to build enduring companies.”

01/13/2026

Experience matters, especially in venture capital.

For nearly two decades, we have invested with discipline and partnered with founders through multiple market cycles. That long-term perspective continues to guide how we invest today and positions us well heading into 2026.

Our track record
• 515 Oklahoma companies supported
• $105M+ deployed
• 9 exits
• $4.25B in exit equity value

In 2025, we invested in seven companies and led multiple rounds, reflecting conviction, alignment, and hands-on partnership with founders building durable businesses.

Read the full blog:

Built for the Long Term: Plains’ Experience and Momentum in 2026 Experience matters in venture capital. For nearly two decades, Plains Ventures has been evaluating opportunities, backing founders through multiple stages of growth, and staying disciplined across market cycles. That long-term perspe...

12/23/2025

The Plains Ventures office will be closed from December 24 through January 1 as our team takes time to recharge and prepare for the year ahead.

We’re grateful for the founders, partners, and investors we work alongside and look forward to reconnecting in the new year. Wishing everyone a restful and happy holiday season.

12/17/2025

Grateful for moments like these.

We took time this week to step away from the day-to-day and celebrate the people who make our work possible. The conversations, the laughter, and the shared sense of purpose are what make this team special, far beyond any single project or milestone.

Thank you to this group for the energy, care, and commitment you bring every day. Looking ahead to the year to come with a lot of appreciation (and momentum).

12/11/2025

Early-stage funding isn’t just about finding investors, it’s about finding alignment.

Before you start pitching, here’s what we tell founders to get clear on:
• Know your numbers – Be honest about your burn, revenue potential, and capital needs.
• Define your “why now” – Investors fund timing as much as vision.
• Focus on fit – The best investors bring expertise, not just capital.

We work with founders who understand that early capital is fuel, but the roadmap matters just as much.

Ready to take that first step? https://plainsvc.com/

11/26/2025

As we head into the holiday, we’re feeling especially grateful for the founders, partners, investors, and community members who make our work so meaningful. Thank you for the innovation you bring, the trust you place in us, and the impact you create every day.

Our office will be closed this Thursday and Friday as our team takes time to celebrate with family and friends.

Wishing you and yours a warm, restful, and happy Thanksgiving!

11/18/2025

Founders: if you want investors to take you seriously, get your data room together before you start fundraising.

We just added a Data Room Example to our online Toolkit. It outlines the core folders and documents investors expect, plus quick tips on what to include (and what to leave out). You can build it with simple tools like Google Drive or Dropbox and upgrade later if needed.

A clean, organized data room saves time, reduces back-and-forth, and shows you’re ready for real diligence.

Explore it here: https://ow.ly/m5bM50XrSz3

10/14/2025

We just launched a free Startup Toolkit for founders who are in the thick of fundraising and trying to juggle a hundred moving parts.

Need to organize your data room? Clean up your cap table? Tighten your pitch? We pulled together guides and plug-and-play templates for all of it — simple, practical, and actually usable.

We’ll keep adding more as we go, so bookmark it and check back when you hit your next “wait… how do I do this?” moment. And if there’s a tool you wish existed, let us know.

Take a look → https://plainsvc.com/resources/toolkit/