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Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
California, United States
Countries of investment
  • USA
  • Israel
  • Canada
Investment stages
  • Pre-Seed
  • Seed
Industries
  • Fintech
  • Media
  • Entertainment
  • AI
  • IT
About
Social Starts is a $60M+ venture capital partnership with a data-driven approach investing in early-stage companies, specializing in work platforms, IoT software, content, and commerce.
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$50K
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$500K
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Investment Thesis

Social Starts is a set of early stage venture funds that uses analytics to uncover and invest in the strongest companies in the strongest segments. Based on their uniquely datadriven methodology, they have found companies with huge value in ecommerce, employment platforms, digital brands, nextgeneration food, and education. Their current fund, Social Starts Health and Happiness, focuses on startups that help people live longer, live better, or both.
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Manager's Experience

With a robust background in venture capital, the fund manager has made significant strides in technology and healthcare sectors, leading over 50 investments primarily in North America and Europe. Their strategic approach emphasizes operator-first principles, enabling them to identify promising startups at the early and growth stages. Noteworthy exits include several high-profile acquisitions that have bolstered their reputation in the investment community. Through a data-driven methodology, they consistently seek out innovative companies poised for disruption, ensuring a diversified and impactful portfolio.

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Team

Nicole Staudinger

Mike Edelhart

Leena Dai

Andrew Nealon

William Lohse

Tony Peccatiello

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Robert Cohen

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