Founder Collective
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Investor type
VC
Founded
2009
AUM
$185 M
Location
United States
Investor profile last updated: 11 February, 2022
Profile
We only invest at the seed stage and don’t follow-on which means when it comes time to raise the next round we are fully-aligned with the founding team. We provided the initial capital that enabled DiaandCo to expand beyond their first Bushwick warehouse -- then sales exploded.
When it came time to raise more money, We could provide Nadia and Lydia with objective advice and act as a sounding board.
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FAQs about Founder Collective
Is Founder Collective a venture capital or private equity firm?
Founder Collective is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed, writing tickets of $1-5 m.
Where is Founder Collective located?
Founder Collective is located in United States.
When was Founder Collective founded?
Founder Collective was founded in 2009.
What sectors and industries does Founder Collective invest in?
Founder Collective invests in companies and startups in E-commerce/Marketplace, Hardware, Healthcare Services, Internet and Web Services, Education, Edtech, Fashion/Beauty, Financial Services, Fintech, Food and Beverage, Foodtech, Gaming, Marketing and Advertising, Media and Entertainment, Medical Devices, Other, Pharmaceuticals, Real Estate, Robotics, Security, Software, Sports/SportsTech, Telecommunications, Transportation, Travel, MedTech, Technology, Life Sciences, Infrastructure, Energy, LegalTech, Music, HealthTech, AdTech, TravelTech.
What is Founder Collective geographical focus of investments?
Founder Collective invests in companies and startups in North America, Europe.
At what stages of companies and startups does Founder Collective typically invest in?
Founder Collective invests in companies and startups at Seed.
What is the usual amount of Founder Collective investment?
Founder Collective usually invests $1-5 m on average.
What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Founder Collective ?
Founder Collective has around $185m assets under management.
What are the contacts of Founder Collective ?
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