Investor Type | Firm |
Industries | IT (& TMT) • Retail (& E-Commerce) |
Investing | United States |
Investment Range | $450,000 - $450,000 |
YouWeb Incubator is an incubator based in San Francisco, California, established in 2017 that specializes in fostering growth for startups in various sectors, including IT, TMT (Technology, Media, and Telecom), Retail, E-Commerce, and more. They cater to a range of industries, emphasizing wearable technology, the internet of things (IoT), big data, gaming, mobile, and e-commerce. As part of their support system, they provide a nine-month program called 'Studio 9+' along with dedicated mentorship to help startups thrive. With a focus on early-stage investments, YouWeb Incubator commits to a standard investment amount of $450,000. They leverage over 15 years of experience in incubating and accelerating innovative technologies through mentorship and early-stage investments, prioritizing hands-on support for long-term impact on the founders they invest in. YouWeb Incubator's recent endeavors underscore their commitment to climate tech, dedicating their fourth cohort to the development and scaling of green technologies that seek to offer a cleaner, more equitable future. They actively partner with top academic institutions, invest in DOE and ARPA-E funded companies, and incubate startups related to Direct Air Capture (DAC) to drive private-public partnerships that align with their mission. Their collaboration extends to R&D partnerships with leading universities to fund advances in Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR), hence positioning themselves strategically at the intersection of advancement and sustainability. Additionally, they maintain a carefully curated list of climate tech start-ups, offering them funding and access to YouWeb's expansive network of resources.