Forerunner Ventures

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Status

ACTIVE

Global HQ

San Francisco, United States

Countries of investment

United States

Investment stages

Pre-Seed
Seed
Series A

Industries

E-Commerce
Retail Tech

About
Forerunner Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm specializing in category-defining companies at the intersection of technology and consumer shifts. The firm invests in visionary founders harnessing new demand patterns and emerging tech opportunities, with a strong track record in fintech, healthtech, and innovative consumer services. Forerunner engages deeply with its founders, helping them navigate from product-market fit to market leadership by providing strategic guidance and leveraging a broad network of industry partners.

Min check size: $1M
Max check size: $15M
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Investment Thesis

Forerunner Ventures invests in category-defining, early-stage companies driven by shifts in values and technology, particularly in consumer sectors. Their portfolio includes companies innovating in fintech, health tech, and consumer services, aiming to back founders transforming markets at scale.

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Manager's Experience

Founded in 2012 by Kirsten Green, an early pioneer in women-led venture capital with over a decade of experience managing billions in assets. The team is experienced in investing at Seed to Growth stages, focusing on consumer and enterprise sectors. They are known for research-driven, high conviction investments with a boutique and collaborative approach to portfolio management.