Otherwise Fund

About The Fund

Otherwise Fund, based in San Francisco, is an investment fund that specializes in supporting startups in various stages ranging from Pre-Seed to Series B. Their investments are focused on innovative industries such as Software (including Web Marketplaces and SaaS), Biotech, Artificial Intelligence (and Big Data), Blockchain (and Cryptos), and Consumer goods. The fund's investment strategy is characterized by the versatility of investment sizes, with a preferred 'sweet spot' of around $500,000, a minimum investment of $100,000, and the capacity to invest up to $1,000,000 in a single company. Otherwise Fund prides itself on building relationships with the founders they support, which is evident as they list numerous companies they have invested in on their portfolio. They offer more than just capital; they provide alternative financing products such as Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs), Secondaries, and more non-traditional support. The firm believes in investing early into the companies and continues to support them through growth stages. As an entity that shrouds itself with a bit of mystery, Otherwise Fund deliberately maintains a low profile online, with the intent that founders who resonate with their philosophy and investment style will reach out. The team at Otherwise Fund, led by seasoned investor Terrence Rohan, adopts a unique approach by enabling founders to invest like venture capitalists into their peers' companies, promoting a collaborative environment among entrepreneurs. The ethos of the firm reflects a balance between strategic venture funding and the resilience of bootstrapping, encouraging companies to build sustainably.