Authentic Ventures
Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
Oakland, United States
Countries of investment
- USA
- California
Investment stages
- Pre-Seed
- Seed
- Series A
Industries
- AI
- Fintech
- Blockchain
- Web3
About
Authentic Ventures, Founded in 2016, is a venture capital firm that seeks to support early stage companies through its diverse network. The firm is committed to creating an inclusive investment environment that enables exceptional founders to succeed, regardless of their background.
Authentic Ventures, Founded in 2016, is a venture capital firm that seeks to support early stage companies through its diverse network. The firm is committed to creating an inclusive investment environment that enables exceptional founders to succeed, regardless of their background.
Investment Thesis
Authentic Ventures focuses on investing in women and minority founders solving hard problems. They believe that diverse teams are more likely to generate innovative solutions. The firm aims to leverage its network to support underrepresented talent.
Manager's Experience
With a robust background in venture capital, the fund manager has executed over 50 deals primarily in the technology and healthcare sectors across North America and Europe. This professional strategically emphasizes early-stage investments, leveraging an operator-first approach to drive growth in portfolio companies. Notable exits include several successful acquisitions and IPOs, underscoring a focus on data-driven decision-making and thematic investing to identify emerging market trends. Their expertise in nurturing startups has positioned them as a key player in the investment landscape.