Reified

About The Fund

Reified is an investment fund led by Dr. Alexander D. Wissner-Gross, a highly distinguished computer scientist, entrepreneur, investor, and advisor. The fund operates in the competitive arena of technology startups, with a focus on the software industry encompassing Web marketplaces, SaaS (Software as a Service), business solutions, artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and DeepTech. Reified has carved a niche in the pre-seed and seed funding stages, indicating a preference for early-stage investments in innovative and emerging technologies. The fund's investment strategy includes a broad minimum investment of $1,000 to a maximum of $1,000,000, establishing flexibility to support the various financial needs of startups. Their sweet spot, $10,000, implies a particular interest in ventures where a modest capital can significantly propel development and operations. The fund leverages Dr. Wissner-Gross's expertise and connections in the technology sector – he is a decorated scholar with a rich history of involvement in the tech ecosystem, including a role as Founder and Managing Partner of Reified. His academic stints at prestigious institutions like Harvard and MIT, combined with honors like the USA Computer Olympiad and Intel Science Talent Search winner, underpin the analytical rigor behind the fund's investment theses. With his contributions to over 24 publications, more than 26 patents, and his involvement in more than 36 technology companies, Dr. Wissner-Gross imparts a robust research-oriented approach and strategic advisement to the portfolio companies. The fund's dedication to the technological frontier aligns with Dr. Wissner-Gross's remarkable thought leadership in AI and cyber-physical systems, as well as his public recognition as a popular TED speaker, author, and a feature in over 200 press outlets worldwide.