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Status
Active
Global HQ
California, United States
Countries of investment
  • United States
  • India
  • Canada
  • UK
Investment stages
  • Pre-Seed
  • Seed
  • Series A
Industries
  • Blockchain
  • Web3
About
Draper Associates is a Silicon Valley‑based VC firm investing globally in bold, unconventional founders. Known for backing Tesla, Skype, Coinbase, and 400+ companies across frontier tech.
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$2M
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$5M
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Investment Thesis

Invests across sectors—from Pre‑Seed to Series A—funding AI, robotics, crypto, biotech, space, and defense innovation.
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Bringing extensive experience in early-stage investments, the fund manager has built a diverse portfolio across technology and healthcare sectors, particularly in North America and Europe. With a strong emphasis on operator-first strategies, they have successfully led over 100 deals, resulting in several notable exits that showcase their analytical approach and market insights. Their focus on data-driven decision-making enables a deep understanding of emerging trends, positioning them as a strategic partner for innovative startups. Committed to fostering growth, they seamlessly integrate thematic investing to capture unique opportunities in dynamic markets.

Draper Associates Contacts Information

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Team

Rose Yip – CFO & Operations

Tyrone Lee – Venture Partner

James Walker JD – Principal

Karen Mostes-Withrow – Chief of Staff

Maxime Bucaille – Investor

Portfolio

Magnetic 3D

CUDIS

CytoTronics

Skyfire

Consensus (Boston)

Mezo

Thesis

Roxom

The Bouqs Co.

Alexi

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