Upfront Ventures
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Investor type
VC
Founded
1996
AUM
-
Location
United States
$1-5 m
Investment Ticket
3-5 years
Investment Horizon
Series B
Investment Stage
Sale to strategic investor,
IPO
Exit Strategy
Investor profile last updated: 30 January, 2026
Profile
Los-Angeles based Upfront Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm making national investments in technology-forward companies and founders. Past investments include Maker Studios (acquired by Disney), TrueCar, Ring, Overture and Envestnet. Other key investments include GOAT, Parachute Home, mitú, thredUP, Bird, Inboard Technologies, Drone Base, MakeSpace, Seriously, Invoca and Kyriba.
Upfront Ventures was founded in 1996 and is led by Managing Partners Yves Sisteron and Mark Suster.
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FAQs about Upfront Ventures
Where is Upfront Ventures located?
Upfront Ventures is located in United States.
When was Upfront Ventures founded?
Upfront Ventures was founded in 1996.
What sectors and industries does Upfront Ventures invest in?
Upfront Ventures invests in companies and startups in Consumer Services (B2C), Digital, Financial Services, Retail.
What is Upfront Ventures geographical focus of investments?
Upfront Ventures invests in companies and startups in North America.
At what stages of companies and startups does Upfront Ventures typically invest in?
Upfront Ventures invests in companies and startups at Series B.
What is the usual amount of Upfront Ventures investment?
Upfront Ventures usually invests $1-5 m on average.