Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
New York, United States
Countries of investment
- USA
Investment stages
- Pre-Seed
- Seed
- Series A
Industries
- Hardware
- AI
- DevTools
- Fintech
- Enterprise
- Gaming
About
UpStart is a premier startup incubator dedicated to fostering the growth of Jewish entrepreneurs, collaborating with innovators to redefine the contemporary Jewish experience. By emphasizing Jewish innovation, UpStart equips visionary leaders with the resources, mentorship, and support needed to forge meaningful connections within the community. Our mission is to cultivate a vibrant ecosystem that encourages creativity and drives transformative change, ensuring that the Jewish narrative remains dynamic and relevant in today's world. Through strategic partnerships and a commitment to excellence, UpStart is at the forefront of empowering the next generation of Jewish leaders.
UpStart is a premier startup incubator dedicated to fostering the growth of Jewish entrepreneurs, collaborating with innovators to redefine the contemporary Jewish experience. By emphasizing Jewish innovation, UpStart equips visionary leaders with the resources, mentorship, and support needed to forge meaningful connections within the community. Our mission is to cultivate a vibrant ecosystem that encourages creativity and drives transformative change, ensuring that the Jewish narrative remains dynamic and relevant in today's world. Through strategic partnerships and a commitment to excellence, UpStart is at the forefront of empowering the next generation of Jewish leaders.
Investment Thesis
UpStart focuses on uplifting innovation, upholding Jewish values, and helping Jewish entrepreneurs reach their potential by providing expertise, community, and capital.
Manager's Experience
Backed by extensive experience in early-stage investments, the fund manager has successfully executed over 30 deals across technology, healthcare, and consumer sectors, primarily within North America. Their strategic approach emphasizes a data-driven methodology, focusing on operator-first strategies to drive growth and value creation. Notable exits demonstrate a keen eye for emerging trends, with a portfolio characterized by high-impact startups. The manager's ability to identify and nurture innovative companies positions them as a significant player in the investment landscape.
Team
Taylor Epstein
Sydney Hirsch
Shayna Hamburg
Sarah Cohen
Samantha Goldman
Rebecka Feinsilber
Rachael Woodward
Linda Gerard
Jed Snerson
Jacob Watson