DFJ

What is DFJ?

Draper Fisher Jurvetson (DFJ) is a venture capital firm with a long history and a broad investment portfolio covering numerous sectors. They have a deep-rooted legacy in venture capital, dating back to General William H. Draper, Jr., who was the first West Coast professional venture capitalist since 1958.

Established in 1985, DFJ continues this tradition by actively seeking innovative companies to invest in. Having funded over 400 high-tech startups, they are often the lead investor, particularly during a company's initial financing round.

DFJ has a global presence, with a network of affiliated venture funds exceeding $7.0 billion in capital commitments. Their offices are strategically located in key technology hubs across the United States, China, and India, allowing for a broad market reach and diverse opportunity landscape.

DFJ targets a wide array of industries, which include, but are not limited to, Software, IT and TMT, Media, Education, BioTech, Business Solutions, FinTech and Financial Services, Hardware and Manufacturing, Energy, Retail and E-Commerce, IoT and Wearables, CleanTech, A.I. and Big Data, Blockchain and Cryptos, Cloud Services and Infrastructure, Material Science, Medical Devices and Hospital Services, Robotics, Investment Management, Mobile, Mobility, Online Social, Consumer, and Restaurants.

Their investment strategy is versatile, accommodating early-stage companies by specializing in Series A, Pre-seed, and Seed rounds.

DFJ's funding amounts range with a minimum investment of $2,000,000, a 'sweet spot' of $6,000,000, and going up to a maximum of $10,000,000, indicating a dedicated commitment to nurturing groundbreaking ventures that shape the future of technology and business. With an eye always toward innovation and progress, DFJ positions itself as a critical partner for pioneering entrepreneurs who are driving significant change.