🚀 Save the date for October 1st! Boost VC’s Deep Tech Demo Day is fast approaching, and we’re excited to showcase the top deep tech startups raising seed rounds. In collaboration with our VC partners, we’ve curated the largest selection of deep tech companies, all nominated by the best early-stage investors in the industry. This is your chance to connect with the next big thing in deep tech innovation. If you’re a deep tech investor, keep an eye out for your invite—or simply post “Deep Tech” in the comments to get added to our exclusive investor network. Don’t miss this opportunity to dive into our deal flow and discover the future of technology. Gus Domel, PhD Adam Draper ⏻ Brayton Williams ⏻ Maddie Callander Emily Yu Claire K ⏻ Derek Brown ⏻ Danielle Sosnick #DeepTech #DemoDay #VentureCapital #Startup #Innovation #BoostVC
Boost VC
Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
San Mateo, CA 8,237 followers
We lead Pre-Seed rounds for Deep Tech (crypto, space, bio, AI, robotics, VR, Sci-Fi).
About us
Boost VC is an early stage venture capital firm with $200m AUM in San Mateo, CA founded by Adam Draper & Brayton Williams. We lead Pre-Seed rounds for Deep Tech (crypto, space, bio, AI, robotics, VR, Sci-Fi).
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http://www.boost.vc
External link for Boost VC
- Industry
- Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- San Mateo, CA
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2012
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Primary
55 East 3rd Ave
San Mateo, CA 94401, US
Employees at Boost VC
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John Evans
Founder | CEO
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Rabi Gupta
CEO and product leader at Evabot AI. AI powered brain for high performing sales teams! Backed by Comcast ventures, Bloomberg BETA, Alumni Ventures…
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Brandon F. Goldman
Muad'Dib
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Collin West
Founder & Managing Partner at Ensemble VC | Investor in Zoom, ICON, Saronic, Carta, Groww, Rain...
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Thank you for highlighting the importance of the pre-seed stage and the critical role early-stage investors play! 🚀 At Boost VC, we’re passionate about backing founders who are on a mission to change the world. Have an idea? We’re writing checks! Apply here: https://www.boost.vc/ #Startups #Innovation #DeepTech #PreSeed #Entrepreneurship
Investors Who Invest in the Early Stage 🚀 Navigating the early stages of startup development can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to securing funding. The pre-seed stage is critical for startups looking to bring their innovative ideas to life. Some prominent investors and firms are dedicated to supporting startups during this nascent stage. Adam Draper ⏻ - Boost VC 🌟 Adam Draper, founder of Boost VC, is known for investing in early-stage tech startups. His firm focuses on emerging technologies, and Draper's belief in the transformative power of startups drives his investment philosophy. He famously said, "Invest in founders who will change the world." Aileen Lee - Cowboy Ventures 🐎 Aileen Lee, founder of Cowboy Ventures, has an impressive track record in identifying and nurturing startups. Known for coining the term "Unicorn," Lee focuses on companies that leverage technology to create significant change. She notes, “Great founders build great companies.” Ammar Hanafi - Moment Ventures ⏳ Ammar Hanafi of Moment Ventures seeks to fuel innovation at its earliest stage. His firm invests in bold entrepreneurs developing disruptive technologies, ensuring they have the necessary resources to succeed. Brandon Bryant - Harlem Capital 🏙️ Brandon Bryant is a founding partner at Harlem Capital, which aims to invest in 1,000 diverse entrepreneurs over the next 20 years. His team believes diverse perspectives drive innovation, which is critical during the pre-seed stage. Brett Wilson - Swift Ventures ⚡ Brett Wilson, co-founder of Swift Ventures, focuses on supporting startups in their formative years. With a background in technology and entrepreneurship, Wilson emphasizes the importance of mentorship for early-stage founders. Chris Fralic - First Round Capital 🥇 As a partner at First Round Capital, Chris Fralic is passionate about assisting startups at the pre-seed level. He believes in building a strong community around startups, famously stating, "The best investments come from strong relationships." Chris Smith - PLAYFAIR CAPITAL LLP🎢 Chris Smith, a partner at Playfair Capital, is dedicated to investing in talented founders and their visionary ideas. His approach combines rigorous research with a collaborative spirit. Sarah Kunst - Cleo Capital 💼 Sarah Kunst is the managing director at Cleo Capital, focusing on supporting diverse founders during their early stages. She emphasizes the critical nature of pre-seed investments and their long-term impact. If you're a startup seeking funding or an investor looking for the next groundbreaking venture, Go Global World can connect you with like-minded individuals eager to collaborate🌐 https://lnkd.in/dU32yM_U #StartupValuation #InvestingInStartups #VentureCapital #StartupFunding #InvestorInsights #StartupEcosystem #GoGlobalWorld #InvestorNetworking #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #InnovationInvestment #FundingOpportunities #InvestmentStrategy #TechStartups #MarketAnalysis
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The Power of a Clear One-Liner for Founders 🚀 Having a clear and concise one-liner is absolutely crucial for founders. It not only helps VCs and others easily share what you're all about, but it also makes your message memorable. If your one-liner isn't sharp, it becomes challenging for people to pass it along effectively. A well-crafted one-liner is essential for attracting future customers, investors, and partners. Test your one-liner with people outside of the tech industry. If they can explain back to you what you do, you're on the right track. If not, keep refining and simplifying until it sticks. #founders #entrepreneurship #startups #communication #networking #growth
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We’re incredibly proud of the impact our $50k Founder Start program has made, and we’re ready to accelerate it! 🚀 Our goal is to make 20 more FOUNDERS START INVESTMENTS before the end of the year. If you're a founder with a bold vision, APPLY NOW: https://lnkd.in/eSBtAYQp #startup #founders #innovation #investment #entrepreneurship
In February of 2024 (7 months ago), I wrote this blog post explaining our goal of getting more Deep Tech companies started… and it worked. Founders Start Capital deal: $50k for 2.5% IT SOLD LIKE HOT CAKES!!!!! Our goal was to invest in one “FOUNDERS START” team a month: After seven months of the experiment we have invested in 18 startups. Here are some examples of teams we invested in to get going: - A company that uses Dogs to diagnose cancer - A humanoid robotics startup - A company filtering mutations out of sperm - A professional robotics league - A company enabling the uploading of consciousness to a hard drive These were all teams who were at the earliest iterations of their concept and wanted a capital partner to help them in network and momentum. We are incredibly proud of the impact this program has made and wish to accelerate it. I hope that we can make 20 more FOUNDERS START investments before the end of the year. APPLY NOW (https://lnkd.in/gbQRsUUs) This program is being spearheaded by Gus Domel, PhD on our team. His email is gus@boost.vc — sending him a funny GIF does help your chances. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gvCWiQC7
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🚀🌍 We recently held a Mad Libs pitch competition with Tribe 22 Founders!💡 Founders formed teams (not with their usual co-founders) and had just 10 minutes to come up with a pitch for a company tasked with solving the issue of microplastics in the ocean. The twist? The solution had to include a giraffe and involve flying! 🦒✈️ We couldn't be prouder of the innovative solutions and teamwork demonstrated. It’s clear that the Tribe 22 community has the creativity and drive to tackle even the most challenging global problems. 🌟 Kudos to all the teams for their brilliant pitches and a huge thank you to everyone who made this event a success. Here’s to the founders who are ready to change the world—one giraffe-powered, flying solution at a time! 🙌 #BoostFounderSummit #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #MadLibsPitch #Tribe22 #DeepTech #CreativeSolutions
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🚀 We’re thrilled to announce that Boost VC has been ranked as the #1 Deep Tech Venture Capital Firm for 2024 by the TRUiC Team and Startup Savant! At Boost VC, our mission has always been to back the most ambitious founders tackling the world’s biggest challenges with cutting-edge innovation. We’re proud to support and invest in the startups that are pushing the boundaries of science and technology. Thank you to the TRUiC Team and Startup Savant for this incredible recognition, and to our community of founders, partners and supporters who make it all possible. Onwards and upwards! 🌍✨ Brayton ⏻ Adam Draper ⏻ Maddie Calland r Claire K ⏻ Derek Brown ⏻ Gus Domel, P D u Danielle Sosni #DeepTech #VentureCapital #Innovation #BoostVC #FutureOfTech https://lnkd.in/gRq7dEW9
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Now is definitely the time to explore the potential of crypto in hard-tech disciplines. The future is bright! 🚀 #DeepTech #Crypto #Innovation
We at Boost VC have been investing into both hardware and crypto for over a decade, and we think that right now is the best time to double down on the intersection of the two. If you're a founder in hardware, robotics, biotech, or any other hard-tech discipline: there's never been a better time to get into crypto. Latest thesis here:
The Hard Crypto Thesis
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At Boost VC, we’re excited about the convergence of the internet, Artificial Intelligence, and Blockchain technology driving digital transformations beyond the digital realm. We’re already seeing this innovation unfold through our investments in aerospace, ocean tech, and robotics. Check out the latest insights from Adam Draper ⏻ 🤖 #DeepTech #AI #Blockchain #Innovation #Investing https://lnkd.in/g5cnfFUq
My Kids Will Have Everything.
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🎉 Welcome Tribe 22 to Boost VC! 🎉 We just wrapped up the Tribe 22 Founder Summit, and we're beyond excited to officially welcome these incredible founders to the Boost community! 🚀 Our Founder Summit, held twice a year, is an opportunity for our latest investments to connect with the Boost team, build relationships with each other, and gain insights from keynote founders and VC speakers. Building a deep tech company is tough, but at Boost, we believe that community makes all the difference. That's why we're committed to fostering a strong network to help deep tech founders succeed. Welcome to the journey, Tribe 22! 🌟 Emily Yu Gus Domel, PhD Danielle Sosnick Maddie Callander Adam Draper ⏻ Brayton Williams ⏻ Claire K ⏻ Derek Brown ⏻ Interested in joining a future Tribe? Apply for funding on https://www.boost.vc/.
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🚀 Boost VC Founder Start Program 🚀 We are thrilled to announce we are continuing our Founder Start Program! At Boost VC, we believe in empowering visionary founders to take the first leap in building groundbreaking Deep Tech companies. Each month, we invest $50K into one exceptional team to help them bring their startup idea to life. Whether you're in AI, robotics, space, or any other deep tech field, we want to support you in turning your vision into reality. 💡 Why apply? Get the initial capital to kickstart your startup. Join a community of innovators and entrepreneurs. Access to invaluable mentorship and resources. If you’re a founder ready to change the world, we want to hear from you! Fill out the form below to apply and start your journey with us. 👉 Link to Application Form: https://lnkd.in/eSBtAYQp If you're raising a full Pre-Seed round, don’t hesitate to reach out—we'd love to discuss how we can support your vision. Gus Domel, PhD, Maddie Callander, Emily Yu, Mark Beylin, Adam Draper ⏻, Brayton Williams ⏻, Derek Brown ⏻, Danielle Sosnick, Claire K ⏻ #startup #deeptech #entrepreneurship #venturecapital #BoostVC
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