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Outcast Ventures

San Francisco, CA · Invests in US · Website

Thesis

Founding teams matter more than founding ideas. We invest in the top 1% of builders at the earliest stages, often helping them find co-founders through our Catalyst program. We believe the best companies are built by teams who challenge conventional thinking.

Likely not a fit for

No later-stage investments (Series A+). Focus is exclusively on pre-seed and seed.

How they invest

Lead or follow
Usually leads
Typical decision
~2 weeks
Warm intro
Not required
Involvement
Takes a board seat
Fund status
Actively deploying
Decision process
Partnership vote

Partners & team

2 contacts on file

AC

Andy Chen

General PartnerCo-Founder & Managing Partner · Primary contact

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a•••@ou•••.com

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Amy Lin

General PartnerCo-Founder & Managing Partner

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a•••@ou•••.com

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Portfolio

HarveyEnterprise Software

Harvey provides a platform that leverages domain-specific AI to assist legal professionals in analyzing documents, drafting faster, and researching complex legal and regulatory questions.

PalletLogistics Supply Chain

Pallet is an AI logistics workforce platform that automates manual logistics workflows, increasing productivity in the global supply chain.

ArcadeMarketing Adtech

Arcade is a platform that enables users to create interactive product demos and storytelling experiences quickly and easily. With features like a Creator Studio for on-brand visuals and personalization tools, Arcade helps businesses enhance their marketing and sales efforts through engaging product narratives.

UplimitEnterprise Software

Uplimit is an AI-native learning platform that helps companies eliminate inefficiencies and deliver meaningful learning. It focuses on practice-driven learning rather than passive training, enabling organizations to create, manage, and deliver high-impact programs faster and more effectively.

Reliant AIEnterprise Software

Reliant AI is a company focused on providing AI solutions, although specific details about their offerings are not provided in the search results.

Monarch MoneyFintech Payments

Monarch Money is a comprehensive financial management platform that enables users to track their spending, budget effectively, and plan for future financial goals. Designed for both individuals and financial professionals, it offers real-time visibility into clients' finances, facilitating collaboration and informed decision-making.

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Outcast Ventures Research Investment Thesis Outcast Ventures is an early-stage venture firm founded in 2025 by Andy Chen and Amy Lin, built on the core belief that "founding teams matter more than founding ideas." The firm takes a differentiated approach to early-stage investing by focusing on the quality and composition of founding teams rather than just the idea or market. Their proprietary rese

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