Amplify.LA

What is Amplify.LA?

Amplify.LA is a Los Angeles-based startup accelerator and pre-seed investment fund that tailors its approach to the individual needs of technology entrepreneurs. This flexibility is evident in the absence of a structured calendar and fixed investment terms, inviting companies to apply on a rolling basis.

Amplify.LA invests in promising startups across a broad range of industries, including Software (Web Marketplace SaaS), Business Solutions, FinTech and Financial Services, Retail and E-Commerce, AI and Big Data, Gaming and eSports, Logistics and Distribution, as well as Consumer sectors.

Their investment range reveals a minimum of $500,000, a maximum of $5,000,000, and a sweet spot of around $2,800,000.

By taking an equity stake, they commit not only funds but also mentorship and support, aspiring to foster development over the entire life of the business.

They pride themselves on helping tech founders realize their visions, guiding startups to become scalable and successful entities.

Amplify.LA's portfolio is a testament to its commitment, showcasing companies like Upwards, which advocates for accessible quality childcare; Penelope, a platform for retirement planning for small businesses and entrepreneurs; FloQast, which automates accounting workflows; and CarPay, offering payment solutions for auto dealerships.

The portfolio is considered a supportive family of founders and operators with a shared aim for success. Further, the fund highlights its company spotlights on its website, emphasizing their mission-driven and technology-savvy partners.

Amplify.LA presents itself as LA's premier pre-seed fund and conveys its insights through an active blog, offering investment opportunities and involvement for investors and operators who share their vision of scalable innovation.

What they say:

We are a pre-seed fund committed to supporting exceptional founding teams from initial funding through to successful exit.

What we look for: We invest in innovative companies.

How we help: Supports startups with expert mentorship, operational support in legal, marketing, and finance, free workspace at a collaborative campus, investor introductions, industry events, and access to over $1M in software, cloud, and business service perks.