Tao Capital Partners

About The Fund

Tao Capital Partners, established in 2002 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, is a family office venture capital firm that focuses on a wide array of industries. They actively invest in technology, alternative energy and transportation, healthcare, education, sustainable food & agriculture, consumer, and real estate sectors. Their investment approach is to make a positive impact and support the growth of their portfolio companies throughout various stages of their lifecycle. Their portfolio showcases a commitment to innovation and includes companies across diverse fields. In alternative transportation, they have invested in Tesla, Uber, and SpaceX, among others. Their alternative energy investments include SolarCity and Arcadia Power. The technology sector is represented in their investment in companies like DeepMind and Snow. In healthcare, they've supported businesses such as Twist Bioscience and Zymergen. They also take an interest in emerging areas like sustainable food & agriculture, investing in companies such as Ripple and Apeel. Consumer goods also feature in their portfolio with investments in Warby Parker and Harry's. Education is another key area with investments in platforms like DreamBox and Newsela. Tao's real estate and hospitality interests include Sonder and Atlantica Hotels. They are keen on investing in transformative companies that not only seek financial returns but also have the potential to make a meaningful societal impact.