Overlooked Ventures Fund I

Overlooked Ventures

Status

ACTIVE

Global HQ

San Francisco, United States

Countries of investment

United States

Investment stages

Pre-Seed
Seed

Industries

Data Science
Financial Services

About
Overlooked Ventures invests in early-stage startups led by underestimated entrepreneurs, including underrepresented founders. The fund focuses on identifying companies with strong growth potential and positive societal impact, advancing innovation through diversity and inclusive investment strategies.

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Investment Thesis

Overlooked Ventures supports early-stage startups founded by underestimated entrepreneurs, including underrepresented founders. The fund seeks companies with strong potential for impact and scalable growth, with a focus on generating value through diversity and innovation.

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Manager's Experience

Led by Janine Sickmeyer, a 2x entrepreneur who founded the fund to support historically ignored founders. The team is hands-on and founder-first, focusing on early-stage companies with underrepresented founders. Emphasizes value-add beyond capital and community-building for portfolio companies.