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Base Ventures

Oakland, CA · Invests in US · Website

Pre-SeedSeedConsumer Apps & SocialE-commerce & MarketplacesFood & BeverageB2B SaaSAI & Machine LearningDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareDeveloper Tools & InfrastructureFintech & PaymentsRobotics & AutomationEdTech

Thesis

Turning access into opportunity for founders, investors, and disruptive ideas by backing culturally resonant tech companies and founders who don't fit traditional Silicon Valley mold. Emphasis on showing up right way for founders, making bold bets, and committing fully from first check.

Likely not a fit for

Not interested in traditional Silicon Valley-only founders or founders lacking domain expertise. Selective about sectors but open to moonshots if founder/thesis compelling.

How they invest

Lead or follow
Usually leads
Typical decision
~2 weeks
Warm intro
Preferred
Involvement
Takes a board seat
Fund status
Actively deploying
Decision process
Solo GP

Partners & team

2 contacts on file

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Kirby Harris

PartnerPartner · Primary contact

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k•••@ba•••.ventures

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Erik Moore

General PartnerFounder and Managing Director

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e•••@ba•••.ventures

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Portfolio

MayvennEcommerce Marketplaces

Mayvenn is a company that specializes in providing high-quality beauty products, particularly 100% virgin human hair, through an online marketplace. They focus on empowering beauty professionals and ensuring customer satisfaction with their products and services.

StyleSeatEcommerce Marketplaces

StyleSeat is the premier platform for independent beauty professionals to run and grow their business, offering powerful business tools and a seamless booking experience for clients.

GeniesGaming

Genies is an AI avatar technology company powering the next era of digital experiences. Genies’ technology stack empowers developers and creators to seamlessly create and integrate AI-powered, game-ready Smart Avatars and user-generated-content (UGC) into any game or experience.

6senseEnterprise Software

6sense is an Account-Based Marketing (ABM) platform that leverages revenue intelligence to help companies generate more revenue by identifying high-intent accounts and optimizing targeting.

Gecko RoboticsRobotics Automation

Gecko Robotics specializes in robotic inspection and maintenance solutions for critical infrastructure, utilizing advanced robotics technology to enhance safety and efficiency in various industries.

Space PerspectiveMedia Entertainment

Space Perspective offers immersive experiences that overlay digital information onto the physical world, transforming navigation, commerce, and how we discover places through augmented reality and location-based services.

BlavityMedia Entertainment

Blavity is a media company that focuses on providing news, culture, and entertainment for Black audiences. It operates various platforms including Blavity News, AfroTech, and Travel Noire, catering to topics such as health, beauty, business, and lifestyle.

MosFintech Payments

Mos is a financial technology platform that helps students find scholarships, negotiate tuition prices, and access financial aid resources through personalized advisors.

PlanGridEnterprise Software

PlanGrid is a construction productivity software that allows contractors and owners in commercial, heavy civil, and other industries to work and collaborate from anywhere.

AptibleDeveloper Tools Infra

A Platform as a Service (PaaS) that gives startups everything developers need to launch and scale apps and databases that are secure, reliable, and compliant — no manual configuration required.

ArmoryEnterprise Software

Armory provides AI-powered tools for Continuous Delivery, DevOps, and automation, enabling developers to accelerate innovation and optimize software delivery processes.

PigeonlyEnterprise Software

Pigeonly provides inmate communication services, allowing users to send pictures, mail, postcards, and make calls to inmates. It also offers inmate lookup services across various states.

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Base Ventures Research Investment Thesis Base Ventures is a founder-focused venture capital firm dedicated to turning access into opportunity for investors, founders, and the next disruptive ideas. Founded by Erik Moore, one of the earliest and most prominent Black investors in venture capital, the firm invests in culturally resonant tech companies and aspirational consumer brands that bridge elit

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