Initialized Capital
◆ Fund Size
$530M
◆ Check Size
◆ Location
United States
◆ Activity
Statusactively investing
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◆ Investment Thesis
Passion and vision matter more than pedigree. Initialized invests in founders with grit, audacity, and a spark of rebellion, often before product-market fit, acting as the earliest institutional investor.
◆ About Initialized Capital
Initialized Capital is a seed-stage venture firm founded in 2011, originating within Y Combinator. It currently manages over $3.2 billion in assets across multiple funds, with Fund V ($230M) focused on backing ~45 seed startups over three years.
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◆ Geography Focus
◆ Team
| Name | Title | Role | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexis Ohanian | Co-founder | Principal | |
| Garry Tan | Co-founder | Principal | |
| Harj Taggar | Co-founder | Principal |
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◆ FAQ
What does Initialized Capital invest in?
Initialized Capital invests in Enterprise Software and Climate Tech at the pre-seed and seed stages.
Which geographies does Initialized Capital focus on?
Initialized Capital focuses on Cambridge and United States, and is headquartered in United States.
What is Initialized Capital's typical check size?
Initialized Capital typically writes checks of $1M to $4M.