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Forge Capital

Chicago, IL · Invests in US

Thesis

High-conviction seed-stage investments in enterprise software, marketplaces, fintech, and consumer applications. Focus on founders building category-defining companies with strong product-market fit potential.

Likely not a fit for

Avoids late-stage investments, capital-intensive hardware plays, and businesses without clear path to product-market fit.

How they invest

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

Partners & team

3 contacts on file

CB

Caetie Berger

PartnerPartner · Primary contact

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c•••@fo•••.com

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PC

Peter Collins

PartnerPartner

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p•••@fo•••.com

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MM

Matt McCall

Partner

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Portfolio

Coinbase

Coinbase is a leading cryptocurrency exchange platform that allows users to buy, sell, and trade a variety of cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin and Ethereum. It also offers services for businesses and institutions, providing tools for crypto trading, payments, and asset management.

Dollar Shave ClubEcommerce Marketplaces

Dollar Shave Club offers a subscription service for razors and grooming products, providing convenience and cost savings for consumers looking for shaving essentials.

The Honest CompanyConsumer Apps Social

The Honest Company creates clean, safe products for babies and families, focusing on transparency and thoughtful design.

TockEcommerce Marketplaces

Tock is a platform that provides solutions for the food and beverage industry, focusing on reservations, takeout, and delivery services.

MapboxDeveloper Tools Infra

Mapbox provides location intelligence solutions through a suite of products including maps, navigation, search, and data services, leveraging advanced technologies such as AI and geospatial data.

Spothero

SpotHero is a leading parking reservation app that simplifies the process of finding and booking affordable parking across more than 11,000 garages, lots, and valets in over 400 major North American cities. Since its launch in 2011, SpotHero has transformed the parking experience for millions of drivers, making it easier to secure parking for events, airports, and daily needs.

Cameo

Cameo is a platform that connects fans with their favorite celebrities, allowing users to request personalized video messages for any occasion. With a diverse range of stars from actors to athletes, Cameo offers a unique way to celebrate milestones and create memorable moments.

HopSkipDriveLogistics Supply Chain

HopSkipDrive is a technology company that provides safe, supplemental student transportation through a marketplace connecting kids, older adults, or anyone needing extra support to highly vetted caregivers on wheels. They also offer RouteWise AI™, a student transportation intelligence platform.

G2 CrowdEcommerce Marketplaces

G2 is a leading software marketplace, trusted by Fortune 500 companies and millions of professionals for authentic peer reviews. It helps businesses make informed software decisions.

TicketsNowEcommerce Marketplaces

TicketsNow is a ticket resale marketplace that allows users to buy and sell tickets for various events, including concerts, sports, and theater performances.

UpserveEnterprise Software

Upserve is a restaurant management platform that provides point of sale systems, payments, and analytics for the restaurant industry, now branded as Lightspeed Restaurant.

SpecrightEnterprise Software

The #1 Platform for Product & Packaging Specification Management, centralizing spec data to streamline development, ensure traceability, and stay ahead of regulatory demands with AI-powered insights.

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Forge Capital - Research Summary Overview Forge Capital is an early-stage venture capital firm with a focus on seed-stage investments. The firm has backed over 90 companies across its 30+ year history, with notable successes including Coinbase, Cameo, Dollar Shave Club, Mapbox, and The Honest Company. Investment Thesis Forge Capital focuses on high-conviction seed-stage investments in enterprise s

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