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ACTIVE
Global HQ
San Francisco, United States
Countries of investment
  • USA
Investment stages
  • Pre-Seed
Industries
  • Fintech
  • E-Commerce
  • IoT
  • Health Tech
About
Cendana Capital is a distinguished San Francisco-based investment firm specializing in providing strategic and high-conviction capital to early-stage venture capital funds worldwide. With a focus on seed-stage investing, Cendana partners with innovative VC funds to cultivate the next generation of entrepreneurial talent. The firm is also actively involved as members of the LP Advisory Boards for several prominent venture capital organizations, where they leverage their expertise to enhance fund performance and foster sustainable growth in the startup ecosystem. Cendana Capital's commitment to building strong relationships and delivering value makes it a pivotal player in the venture capital landscape.
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$250K
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Investment Thesis

They provide strategic, high conviction capital to very early stage VC funds globally.
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Manager's Experience

With a robust background in private equity, the fund manager has successfully navigated multiple investment stages, targeting growth-oriented companies primarily in the technology and healthcare sectors. Active across North America and Europe, they have executed over 25 deals, demonstrating a strong track record of strategic, data-driven investments. Notable exits have included high-profile IPOs, showcasing their capability to scale businesses effectively. The manager's operator-first approach emphasizes operational improvements, driving value creation for stakeholders.

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Team

Kelli Fontaine

Graham Pingree

Michael Kim

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