Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
San Francisco, United States
Countries of investment
- United States
- Canada
- Australia
- Hong Kong
- Vietnam
- Philippines
Investment stages
- Seed
- Series A
Industries
- SaaS
- Fintech
- Healthcare
About
Breakers is an early-stage venture capital firm that invests in companies shaping culture through technology. Comprised of operators and entrepreneurs, the firm focuses on consumer-facing businesses and leverages its deep industry understanding to support its portfolio companies.
Breakers is an early-stage venture capital firm that invests in companies shaping culture through technology. Comprised of operators and entrepreneurs, the firm focuses on consumer-facing businesses and leverages its deep industry understanding to support its portfolio companies.
Investment Thesis
Breakers VC is an early-stage venture capital firm investing in companies at the intersection of technology and culture. They focus on businesses building the future of how people live, work, and play, particularly those tapping into the cultural zeitgeist to create products people love. Their unique value comes from their team of experienced operators, investors, and entrepreneurs who possess a deep understanding of the consumer landscape and provide hands-on support to founders.
Manager's Experience
The management team combines venture capital and operational expertise. Managing Partner Darren L. Johnson has prior experience as a Director at an LA-based VC firm and was a professional athlete. Partner Tiffany Kelly is a former founder and CEO of a venture-backed media-tech company and previously worked at ESPN in sports analytics.
Breakers VC Contacts Information
Primary contact
Team
Darren Lachtman - Co-Founder & General Partner
Zachary Kaplan - Co-Founder & General Partner
Jay Kapoor - General Partner
Alex O'Donoghue - Head of Platform
Portfolio
Whatnot
Giphy
Tenor
Zenly
Superplastic
Public
Quip
Wave
Genies
Italic
Lolli
NTWRK
Partiful
Poparazzi
Stir