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New York, U.S.A.
Contact this investorsSoftware (Web Marketplace Saas..) • PropTech • Businesses Solutions • FinTech (& Financials services) • A.I. (& Big Data) • GovTech • Insurance (& InsurTech) • Real Estate (& Construction) • Online Social
Partner at Venrock
Most Interested In
1. Applications solving large and non-obvious problems in data-intensive industries 2. ML-driven applications that have found a path to an initial data advantage and have the potential to create a definitive intelligence advantage 3. Business operations platforms for SMB vendors who have never had a good one, esp that are driven by mobile, esp that drive payment flow 4. Large-scale applications and HW/SW systems that sell into government
Not Interested In
I like to be surprised by things I think I may not be interested in and so try not to rule anything out.
Partner @venrock • Investor @claralending, @Centricient, @dataminr, @care, @gilt Groupe • Studied at @stanford-university, @university-of-oxford-2
New York - San Francisco Bay Area, U.S.A.
Contact this investorsRetail (& E-Commerce) • A.I. (& Big Data) • Web Security (& Privacy) • Insurance (& InsurTech) • Medical Devices (& Hospital Services)
Adjunct Professor at Columbia University - SIPA and Yeshiva University Sy Syms School of Business
Investor, Board Member and Adjunct Professor
Bruce has 28 years experience as a venture capital investor, entrepreneur, technology investment banker and corporate attorney. Prior to joining Blumberg Capital in 1998, Bruce co-founded and held several senior management positions within technology companies including Charles River Computers. Bruce also structured and managed early-stage technology transactions at Hambrecht & Quist, Mayer Brown & Platt and Bankers Trust Company. A native of New York, Bruce earned his BA in Finance and Communications, cum laude, from Yeshiva University, and his MBA and JD from Fordham University. Bruce serves as a member or observer on the Board of Directors of Arcadia Data, BioCatch, Braze, CaseStack, Coverhound, Credorax, DoubleVerify, HootSuite, Medigate, Revionics, Roam Analytics, SeaLights and WorkJam. Past investments: Nolio – Acquired by CA Technologies, Mobsmith – Acquired by Rubicon, Bringit – Acquired by International Gaming Technology [IGT], Mertado – Acquired by Groupon [GRPN], Nutanix - IPO [NTNX], ZipZapPlay – Acquired by Electronic Arts [ERTS], eVoice – Acquired by AOL [TWX], PureSight – Acquired by Boston Communications Group [BCGI], Vista Research – Acquired by McGraw Hill [MHP], IP Infusion – Acquired by ACCESS CO., LTD [TSE: 4813], GO Networks – Acquired by NextWave Wireless [WAVEX], and Siperian – Acquired by [INFA]. Specialties: Early stage venture capital, investing in mobile, SaaS and digitization of the services economy.
Palo Alto - Tel Aviv - California, U.S.A. - Israel
Contact this investorsBioTech • AgroTech • FinTech (& Financials services) • A.I. (& Big Data) • Robotics
Founding Partner at Innovation Endeavors
Dror Berman is a Co-Founding Partner at Innovation Endeavors. He is a Board Member of Vicarious Surgical. He is also a Board Member of Team8. Prior to joining Innovation Endeavors, he worked on global search products with Yahoo, spearheaded an R&D team at NICE Systems, and led business development for an Israeli CE retailer. Berman has an MBA from Stanford, and graduated cum laude in Computer Science and Bioinformatics from Ben Gurion University in Israel.
London, U.K. - Europe: Germany, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, Poland, Romania, Netherlands, Belgium, Czech Republic, Greece, Portugal, Sweden, Hungary, Austria, Switzerland, Denmark, Finland, Slovakia, Norway, Ireland, Luxembourg, Malta, Iceland, Monaco
Contact this investorsBusinesses Solutions • FinTech (& Financials services) • Retail (& E-Commerce) • A.I. (& Big Data) • HealthTech (& Fitness) • Future Of Work • Medical Devices (& Hospital Services) • Healthcare (& Wellness) • Mobility
Partner at Index Ventures
Martin Mignot serves as a Partner at Index Ventures. He also serves as Advisory Board Member at TheFamily. He specialises in SaaS, marketplaces, bitcoin and mobile. He worked on 50+ transactions to date, including Assistly, Auxmoney, BaseCRM, Cloud.com, Codecademy, DimDim, Factual, Farfetch, Flipboard, Funding Circle, Gluster, HouseTrip, Just Eat, Lookout, Nasty Gal, Notonthehighstreet, onefinestay, PeoplePerHour, TrustPilot, Soluto and SoundCloud. He is actively looking after Index's investments in Algolia, Capitaine Train, Drivy, Rad and Swiftkey. Prior to joining Index, Martin was in the TMT team at UBS Investment Bank and cofounded the beauty subscription business Boudoir Prive (acquired by Joliebox/Birchbox) and a student web radio service.
San Francisco Bay Area - Philadelphia - Pennsylvania, U.S.A.
Contact this investorsSoftware (Web Marketplace Saas..) • Media • Businesses Solutions • A.I. (& Big Data) • Consumer • Woman Focused
Partner, First Round Capital
Josh is a founding Partner at First Round Capital, a seed-stage technology venture fund. Josh has been an active entrepreneur and investor in the Internet industry since its commercialization. In 1992, while he was a student at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, Josh co-founded Infonautics Corporation – and took it public on the NASDAQ stock exchange in 1996. Josh founded Half.com in July of 1999, and led it to become one of the largest sellers of used books, movies and music in the world. Half.com was acquired by eBay in July 2000 -- and Josh remained with eBay for three years, running the Half.com business unit and growing eBay’s Media marketplace to almost half a billion dollars in annual gross merchandise sales. In late 2003 Josh helped to found TurnTide, an anti-spam company that created the world's first anti-spam router. TurnTide was acquired by Symantec just six months later. Josh founded First Round Capital in 2004 to reinvent seed-stage investing. And since that time the firm has invested in over 350 emerging technology startups – becoming one of the most active venture capital firms in the country. Josh was ranked 3rd on the 2018 New York Times list of Top Venture Capitalists and consistently ranks in the top 20 of the Forbes Midas List of the top 100 tech investors. Josh has been named as one of the top ten ‘angel investors’ in the United States by Newsweek magazine, one of "Tech's New Kingmakers" by Business 2.0 magazine and a "Rising VC Star" by Fortune magazine. Josh also is the proud winner of a second place ribbon in the 2011 Nantucket Watermelon Eating competition. Josh is an inventor on sixteen U.S. Patents for his work in Internet technology. In June 2000, he was awarded Ernst and Young’s prestigious “Entrepreneur of the Year” award for the Greater Philadelphia region. Josh earned a Bachelor of Science degree cum laude in Entrepreneurial Management and Marketing from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.
New York, U.S.A.
Contact this investorsSoftware (Web Marketplace Saas..) • Businesses Solutions • FinTech (& Financials services) • Blockchain (& Cryptos) • Cloud Services (& Infrastructure) • Consumer
VC at @PritzkerVC, Founder/CEO of VentureUP.info
Building something new in New Orleans. More to come! Previously VC @ Pritzker Group Venture Capital. Investments: - Apprentice (Series A) - Specright (Seed, Series A) - Coinbase (Series D) - Vettery (Seed) - Parabol (Seed) - Visibly (Seed) - Catalytic (Seed) - Extend (Seed) - OpenPath (Seed) - SMS Assist (Series A) - Cue (Series A) - Backlot Cars (Series A) - G2Crowd (Series A) - Mindshow (Series A) - Bird (Series C) - VIV (Series A) - X.Ai (Seed) - IrisVR (Series A) - Mapbox (Series B) - Project44 (Series B) - Dronebase (Series A) - Airmap (Series A) - Spothero (Seed) - Augmentir (Seed) - Repurpose (Seed)
New York, U.S.A.
Contact this investorsPropTech • FinTech (& Financials services) • Blockchain (& Cryptos) • Web Security (& Privacy) • Robotics • Real Estate (& Construction)
Partner at Third Prime
Menlo Park - San Francisco Bay Area - California, U.S.A. - Israel - Europe: Germany, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, Poland, Romania, Netherlands, Belgium, Czech Republic, Greece, Portugal, Sweden, Hungary, Austria, Switzerland, Denmark, Finland, Slovakia, Norway, Ireland, Luxembourg, Malta, Icelan
Contact this investorsBioTech • Businesses Solutions • Hardware (& Manufacturing) • Retail (& E-Commerce) • IoT (& Wearables) • A.I. (& Big Data) • Web Security (& Privacy) • Autonomous vehicles (& Cars) • Robotics
Riverwood Capital is a globally-focused private equity firm that invests in high-growth businesses in the technology and services industries, across a variety of verticals and geographies. Riverwood has offices in Menlo Park, CA and New York, NY and currently has more than 20 investments in North America, Latin America and Asia. The firm's current fund has $780 million of committed capital. The final fund close was in April 2011. Riverwood invests in mid-market technology and technology enabled products and services. The firm defines mid-market as approximately $100-$500 million in revenue for product companies, and approximately $25-$150 million in revenue for software and services. Riverwood occasionally invests outside these ranges. Riverwood invests on a global basis, having already invested in the U.S., Israel, Argentina, Chile, and Brazil. The firm's normal investment size ranges from $25-75 million.
Menlo Park - California, U.S.A.
Contact this investorsBusinesses Solutions • Cloud Services (& Infrastructure)
GP & CEO @social-leverage Group of Companies, 12+ years Angel Investing, Former President & COO NASDAQ traded $NTRL. Hockey, Skiing, Golf, Lax, Family 7/8s CDN
New York, U.S.A.
Contact this investorsSoftware (Web Marketplace Saas..) • FinTech (& Financials services) • CleanTech • HealthTech (& Fitness) • Future Of Work • Impact • Insurance (& InsurTech) • Medical Devices (& Hospital Services) • Healthcare (& Wellness)
Managing Partner at Third Prime
Managing Partner at Third Prime. Investing in founders with the vision and chops to effect positive change.
London - New York - San Francisco Bay Area - California, U.S.A. - U.K.
Contact this investorsSoftware (Web Marketplace Saas..) • Media • Retail (& E-Commerce) • Cosmetics (& Fashion) • Entertainment (& Sports) • HealthTech (& Fitness) • Local commerce • Healthcare (& Wellness) • Consumer
General Partner at Lightspeed Venture Partners
Nicole is an investor at Lightspeed Venture Partners, focused on early stage Consumer internet and FinTech companies, having invested in companies such as Calm, Cameo, Lunchclub, HAUS, Rothy’s, Zola, Daily Harvest, Illumix, Girlboss and Goop.
Nicole spent nearly a decade at Morgan Stanley covering the European and US e-commerce, retail and consumer companies. She also angel invested in healthcare and consumer companies over those years and then went to Nutmeg, a London based FinTech company. Later during business school, Nicole launched her own startup, which is where she met Lightspeed.
Nicole invests in generational change companies who are building brands and quickly becoming part of popular culture.
She holds a degree in math and economics from the University of York, England and an MBA from Stanford.
New York, U.S.A.
Contact this investorsMedia • Businesses Solutions • A.I. (& Big Data) • Gaming (& eSports) • Advertising • Consumer
Rick Heitzmann is a Co-Founder and serves as Managing Director at FirstMark Capital. He focuses on consumer and enterprise investments in media, advertising technology, gaming, mobile, and data services. Rick has led investments in market leaders in commerce (StubHub, acquired by eBay), gaming (Riot Games, acquired by Tencent), data services (First Advantage, NASDAQ: FADV; acquired by First American), advertising technology (TapAd), media (Pinterest), and more. Prior to founding FirstMark, Rick was an entrepreneur including being a founding member of the senior management team at First Advantage which he helped grow and sell to First American (NYSE: FAF). He serves on the Board of Directors of the New York Venture Capital Association. Rick holds a B.S. from Georgetown University and an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School. He also serves as Board Member at Dashlane, Grid Mobile and Playnomics.
New York City's startup and investment ecosystem is one of the most dynamic and diverse in the world. Known for its vibrant culture and economic influence, the city serves as a fertile ground for innovation and entrepreneurship. With a robust infrastructure and access to a global network of investors and talent, New York has established itself as a pivotal hub for startups across various sectors.
New York is home to a diverse range of industries, with finance, technology, media, and healthcare leading the charge. The city has seen significant growth in fintech, with companies like Betterment and Plaid making waves. Additionally, sectors like biotech and digital health are rapidly expanding, driven by institutions like NYU and Columbia University.
Angel investors play a crucial role in New York's startup ecosystem, providing early-stage funding and mentorship. Organizations such as New York Angels and investors from tech hubs like Silicon Alley are actively involved in nurturing startups, contributing to a vibrant early-stage investment scene.
The venture capital landscape in New York is robust, with firms like Union Square Ventures, Insight Partners, and Greycroft leading the charge. These firms provide substantial funding across various stages, supporting startups from seed to late-stage rounds, thereby fueling growth and innovation.
The investment climate in New York is competitive yet rewarding, characterized by a high level of investor interest and a strong appetite for innovation. The city's diverse talent pool and strategic location make it an attractive destination for both domestic and international investors.
New York offers a wealth of support and resources for startups, including accelerators like Techstars NYC and Y Combinator. Coworking spaces such as WeWork and General Assembly provide networking opportunities and community support, while city-backed initiatives offer additional funding and resources to foster entrepreneurial growth.
The future outlook for New York's startup ecosystem is promising, with continued growth expected in emerging technologies such as AI, blockchain, and green tech. As the city continues to attract global talent and investment, its ecosystem is poised to remain a key player on the world stage, driving innovation and economic development.
New York is home to several influential angel investors who have a significant impact on the startup ecosystem. Notable among them are Fabrice Grinda, co-founder of FJ Labs, and Esther Dyson, known for her investments in health tech and space travel. These individuals are renowned for their strategic investments in early-stage companies and their active involvement in mentoring entrepreneurs.
The city also boasts a robust venture capital scene with firms like Union Square Ventures, known for its focus on internet services, and Insight Partners, which specializes in growth-stage software companies. These firms are instrumental in fueling innovation across various sectors, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance.
Angel investors in New York typically invest between $25,000 to $100,000 per deal, focusing on seed and early-stage startups. In contrast, venture capital firms often lead larger rounds, ranging from $1 million to over $10 million, targeting companies with proven traction and growth potential.
Angel investors like Grinda and Dyson often participate in dozens of deals annually, while leading VCs such as Union Square Ventures and Insight Partners manage portfolios with hundreds of active investments, reflecting their extensive reach and influence in the market.
The investment landscape in New York continues to be promising, with an increasing number of tech startups and a growing interest in sectors like fintech, biotech, and green energy. The trend suggests a robust flow of capital and innovation in the coming years.
Beyond financial backing, New York's investors are known for their commitment to mentoring startups. They provide valuable industry insights, networking opportunities, and strategic advice, which are crucial for the long-term success of new ventures.
The city benefits from strong government initiatives and institutional support aimed at fostering entrepreneurship. Programs offering tax incentives, grants, and access to incubators and accelerators bolster the startup ecosystem, making New York an attractive hub for entrepreneurs.
New York’s dynamic investment landscape, characterized by active angel investors and leading venture capital firms, offers ample opportunities for startups. With robust support systems and a forward-looking market, entrepreneurs can find the resources and guidance needed to thrive in this competitive environment.
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