43

What is 43?

43 is an investment fund that focuses on the early stages of company development, specifically targeting pre-product startups that are seeking to achieve product-market fit. They operate as a Pre-Product Fund and pride themselves on not just investing monetarily, but also providing hands-on assistance to founders to help them succeed.

With an emphasis on software and technology, 43 invests across a variety of industries including Software (Web Marketplace SaaS, etc.), PropTech, Business Solutions, FinTech and Financial Services, Sales & Marketing, A.I. & Big Data, Developer Tools, the Future of Work, Real Estate & Construction, Consumer, and initiatives with a focus on women.

Their investment range is broad, with a minimum of $100,000, a maximum of $500,000, and a sweet spot of $250,000 for their investments. The fund is operated by a team of co-founders who are actively involved in guiding the startups they invest in. By positioning themselves as pre-product specialists, 43 looks to invest in companies that are in the very early stages of their product development and need guidance and financial support to find the right market fit.

The fund's approach is tailored to help startups navigate the challenging phase before they have a fully developed product. On their website, they address common questions about their investment stages, verticals, decision-making processes, and what sets them apart in the competitive field of early-stage investments. The name '43' reflects the thematic focus and philosophy of the fund, signifying a commitment to their specific niche in the investment landscape.