Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Kansas City, American Century Investments is a North American venture capital firm that typically participates in less than two investment rounds annually. The fund has a history of high activity, particularly in 2000, and typically invests in rounds with 6-7 participants. While American Century Investments is a significant sponsor, startups in its portfolio are often financed by other firms such as Sony, Ballentine Capital Partners, and Amerindo Investment Advisors. The fund's most frequent investments are in the United States, with successful investments in the wireless and finance sectors. The fund tends to invest in startups that are 6-10 years old and has also managed the Emerging Markets Equity Fund in Irvine, California.