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Menlo Ventures

San Francisco, California · Invests in US · Website

SeedSeries ASeries BGrowthConsumer Apps & SocialB2B SaaSAI & Machine LearningDeveloper ToolsCybersecurityFintechEnterprise SoftwareDeveloper Tools & InfrastructureSecurity & CybersecurityHealthcare & Digital HealthRobotics & AutomationFintech & PaymentsLogistics & Supply Chain

Thesis

Menlo invests in transformative technology companies at multiple stages of early growth. We provide capital, operational expertise, and hands-on support to help founders build scalable businesses that change how we live and work.

Likely not a fit for

No non-technology companies, commodity software, or lifestyle businesses

How they invest

Lead or follow
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Typical decision
~2 weeks
Warm intro
Not required
Involvement
Takes a board seat
Fund status
Actively deploying
Assets under mgmt
$500M
Decision process
Partnership vote

Partners & team

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Croom Beatty

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Mark Siegel

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Portfolio

PhyloBiotech Life Sciences

Phylo is an applied research lab dedicated to studying agentic intelligence to accelerate discoveries for every biomedical scientist. Building Biomni Lab - the first integrated biology environment.

AuroraRobotics Automation

Aurora delivers self-driving technology to make trucking safer, more reliable, and more efficient. The Aurora Driver is designed to integrate directly into existing freight operations and operate trucks nearly round-the-clock.

FLORAFood Beverage

Floratech is now a part of Cargill Beauty, specializing in sustainable beauty ingredients and formulations.

Abnormal AISecurity Cyber

Abnormal AI focuses on email security using artificial intelligence to protect against threats such as phishing and fraud.

EverlawLegal Regtech

Everlaw is an AI-powered cloud-native ediscovery software designed for legal professionals, enabling them to analyze large volumes of documents efficiently and effectively.

BitSightSecurity Cyber

BitSight provides comprehensive cyber risk management solutions, including threat intelligence and third-party risk management, powered by AI.

Typeface AI powered content experiencesBiotech Life Sciences

Typeface is an AI-powered platform designed for personalized marketing, focusing on content creation, optimization, and governance. It utilizes specialized AI agents to enhance marketing campaigns while emphasizing responsible AI practices and brand compliance.

RoverEcommerce Marketplaces

Rover is the world’s largest online marketplace for pet care, connecting pet parents with trusted pet sitters and dog walkers. Founded in 2011, Rover offers a variety of services including boarding, house sitting, dog walking, and daycare.

ChimeFintech Payments

Chime is a financial technology company that provides fee-free banking services, including checking and savings accounts, credit building, and cash back rewards. It aims to help everyday people manage their finances without unnecessary fees.

FigmaEnterprise Software

Figma is a collaborative interface design tool that allows users to design, prototype, and collaborate on projects in real-time.

GuidepointEnterprise Software

Guidepoint is a research enablement platform designed to accelerate opportunity by connecting leading organizations with expertise across sectors and geographies.

Scale AI

Scale AI is a leading provider of data-centric solutions that empower enterprises and governments to build, deploy, and manage AI applications. With a focus on delivering high-quality data and full-stack technologies, Scale AI supports the development of reliable AI systems for critical decision-making across various sectors.

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Menlo Ventures Research Investment Thesis Menlo Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm that invests in transformative technology companies across multiple sectors. The firm's core philosophy is "When we invest, we're invested," emphasizing hands-on partnership and active engagement with portfolio companies. Menlo believes in backing founders at multiple stages of company building—from inc

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