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Pre-SeedSeedConsumer Apps & SocialGamingB2B SaaSDeveloper ToolsFintechHealthcare & BiotechEnterprise SoftwareEdTechFintech & PaymentsHealthcare & Digital HealthDeveloper Tools & Infrastructure

Thesis

Breakthrough startups are designed futures, not lottery tickets. We back extraordinary founders with breakthrough insights before the world believes. We are co-conspirators, not just investors.

Likely not a fit for

No commodity businesses, incremental software, or founders lacking breakthrough conviction

How they invest

Lead or follow
Usually leads
Warm intro
Not required
Involvement
Takes a board seat
Fund status
Actively deploying
Assets under mgmt
$131M
Decision process
Partnership vote

Partners & team

5 contacts on file

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Mike Heller

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Sam Beskind

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Ann Miura-Ko

General PartnerCo-Founding Partner

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Mike Maples Jr

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Mike Maples

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Portfolio

LyftTravel Hospitality

Lyft is a transportation network company that provides on-demand rides through its mobile app, allowing users to request rides from drivers in their area. The platform also offers options for scheduled rides and rewards for frequent users, making it a convenient choice for both riders and drivers.

TwitterConsumer Apps Social

Twitter is a social media platform that enables users to connect and engage in real-time conversations about trending topics and events. Businesses leverage Twitter to build brand awareness, interact with their audience, and tap into cultural conversations that can drive growth and engagement.

SmarterDXHealthcare Digital

SmarterDx is a health tech company that leverages proprietary clinical AI to enhance the revenue cycle for hospitals, ensuring accurate documentation and maximizing revenue opportunities.

AroundMedia Entertainment

ARound helps venues and retailers rapidly build, deploy and manage AR experiences connected to their live events, enhancing fan engagement through immersive technologies.

MessariFintech Payments

Messari delivers industry-leading crypto intelligence, empowering professionals with the data and insights they need to navigate the market with confidence. Messari is your trusted source for crypto intelligence, delivering the data, research, and tools professionals need to navigate Web3 with confidence.

PATTERN BREAKERSEnterprise Software

Pattern Breakers is a company offering innovative ideas for entrepreneurs, investors, and leaders to lead the future. Their website provides insights on dominating future markets. The company focuses on radical new strategies.

aceable.comEdtech

Aceable is an educational technology company specializing in online courses and mobile education, focusing on accessible and engaging content.

aconite.coMedia Entertainment

Aconite creates stories that transform the mundane world into something extraordinary, focusing on interactive experiences and media assets.

aible.comEnterprise Software

Aible is an enterprise AI solution that automates analytics and delivers recommendations to help businesses achieve goals. It focuses on sectors like banking, retail, healthcare, and sales, aiming to drive measurable business impact within 30 days.

airgarage.comLogistics Supply Chain

AirGarage is a full-service parking management company that optimizes revenue for property owners through technology and operations. It offers comprehensive solutions including management, payments, and security.

appliedintuition.comRobotics Automation

Applied Intuition is the vehicle intelligence company with the tools, Vehicle OS, and autonomy stacks for creating safe, AI-powered vehicle experiences.

getarch.comClimate Clean Energy

Arch is a revenue software for HVAC contractors, leveraging AI for marketing automation. It aims to make homes sustainable and combat climate change.

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Floodgate Fund Research Investment Thesis Floodgate is a legendary early-stage venture capital fund founded on the principle of identifying and backing breakthrough founders before the world believes in them. The fund positions itself as "Your First True Believers," focusing on extraordinary founders building transformational companies at the pre-seed and seed stages. Their core belief is that bre…

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