Bayo

About The Fund

Bayo, as a fund, specializes in pre-seed investments primarily in the software industry, ranging from web marketplaces to SaaS platforms. They focus on stimulating innovation within this arena by supporting startup ventures that possess the potential to redefine marketplaces and software solutions. Bayo is headed by an investor and entrepreneur who is the founder & CEO of NPC Labs, a company set on offering a comprehensive platform for the creation, monetization, and scaling of tech-enabled goods via a worldwide fulfillment network. NPC Labs aims to empower creative entrepreneurs and companies to launch global brands, deter counterfeit products through efficient product tracking within the supply chain, and shield intellectual property through the integration of secure blockchain technology. Additionally, the Bayo founder is a Partner & Co-founder at AVATIST, an innovative AI firm dedicated to revolutionizing education and empowerment through interactive AI-generated content and avatars. The leadership at Bayo is equipped with valuable insights gained from a strong educational background, including a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and a certificate in Entrepreneurship from Princeton University, alongside practical experience at Princeton's entrepreneurship center, venture capital initiatives, and as a content creator with a sizable online audience. Bayo's business philosophy is shaped by key learnings from these multifaceted roles and is further substantiated by a track record of investing in over 25 startups, especially focusing on the burgeoning blockchain and crypto spaces. The fund continues to share knowledge through a newsletter that captures the founder's startup journey and insights into emerging products within the community.