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EXPERT DOJO

North America, California, United States, Santa Monica

Description

Expert DOJO is a highly active and internationally recognized startup accelerator headquartered in Santa Monica, California. Positioned as one of the most prolific investors in Southern California, the firm specializes in providing crucial early-stage capital and comprehensive support to promising ventures. Their flagship offering is a rigorous 12-week "Growth Accelerator" program, meticulously designed to propel pre-seed and seed-stage companies towards significant traction and prepare them for subsequent funding rounds.

Expert DOJO's investment strategy is characterized by a consistent initial commitment, typically deploying a first check of $100,000 into each selected startup. This standardized approach ensures that all companies entering their program receive a foundational capital injection. The accelerator boasts an impressive track record, having invested in over 200 companies across various sectors, including SaaS, AI, FinTech, HealthTech, and Consumer technology. Their broad industry focus underscores their belief in the transformative potential of diverse tech-enabled businesses.

A key indicator of Expert DOJO's impact is the remarkable success of its portfolio companies, which have collectively secured over $1.2 billion in follow-on funding. This substantial figure highlights the accelerator's efficacy in identifying high-potential startups and equipping them with the resources and network necessary to attract further investment. Beyond capital, Expert DOJO provides extensive mentorship, strategic guidance, and access to a robust ecosystem of advisors and investors, fostering an environment conducive to rapid growth and sustainable success for its founders.

Investor Profile

EXPERT DOJO has backed more than 281 startups, with 9 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 122 rounds, about 43% of its total and boasts 1 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Pre Seed, Seed, Undisclosed rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, India, Nigeria.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, Information Technology, Health Care.
  • Led 3 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $100K.

Stage Focus

  • Pre Seed (73%)
  • Seed (22%)
  • Undisclosed (3%)
  • Series Unknown (1%)

Country Focus

  • United States (59%)
  • India (10%)
  • Nigeria (4%)
  • United Kingdom (4%)
  • Mexico (3%)
  • Canada (2%)
  • Singapore (2%)
  • Israel (2%)
  • Kenya (1%)
  • Colombia (1%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Information Technology
  • Health Care
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Saas
  • Fintech
  • Financial Services
  • Machine Learning
  • Internet
  • Analytics
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Who does EXPERT DOJO frequently co-invest with?

Practical Venture Capital
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Co-Investments: 4
BC
Africa, Lagos, Nigeria, Lagos
Co-Investments: 2
Techstars
North America, Colorado, United States, Boulder
Co-Investments: 13
500 Global
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 4
Plug and Play
North America, California, United States, Sunnyvale
Co-Investments: 5
Oui Capital
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Belmont
Co-Investments: 2
Alumni Ventures
North America, New Hampshire, United States, Manchester
Co-Investments: 5
LoftyInc Capital
Africa, Lagos, Nigeria, Ikeja
Co-Investments: 3
Goodwater Capital
North America, California, United States, Burlingame
Co-Investments: 5
IV
North America, Washington, United States, Seattle
Co-Investments: 5

Which angels does EXPERT DOJO often collaborate with?

MP
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
JC
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
BL
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 2
JR
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 2
SC
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
SA
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
Sameer Rastogi
Asia, Delhi, India, New Delhi
Shared Deals: 1
AH
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1
Nitish Mittersain
Asia, Maharashtra, India, Mumbai
Shared Deals: 2
CF
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 2

What are some of recent deals done by EXPERT DOJO?

iAgent Protocol

Delaware, Ohio, United States

The iAgent protocol allows gamers worldwide to train AI agents using their gameplay videos.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)GamingOnline Games
Series UnknownMar 6, 2025
Amount Raised: $3,000,000
InBestGo

Guatemala, Tabasco, Mexico

We offer innovative solutions that provide access for Latin Americans to a global and decentralized financial system, accessible to everyone

BlockchainCryptocurrencyFinancial ServicesFinTech
UndisclosedOct 24, 2024
Lifechart

Haryana, Haryana, India

Lifechart is India's No.1 Holistic Preventive wellness platform that provides an alternate Healthcare holistic solution

ConsultingHealth CareLifestyle
SeedOct 16, 2024
Amount Raised: $500,000
Klasha

San Francisco, California, United States

Global trade, local payments.

Information TechnologyPayments
SeedOct 16, 2024
Amount Raised: $2,000,000
TheRollNumber

Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India

TheRollNumber is a blockchain-based background verification system.

BlockchainSoftware
UndisclosedOct 12, 2024
BlockForms

Los Angeles, California, United States

BlockForms is a SaaS company.

SaaSSoftware
Series UnknownSep 9, 2024

Redeem's Chrome Extension alerts you to the best credit card to use for every purchase.

ConsumerE-CommerceFinTech
Pre SeedAug 19, 2024
Hyperion Labs

Dover, Delaware, United States

Hyperion Labs is an IT company that builds a digital asset accounting software for enterprises.

ConsultingInformation TechnologyIT Management
Pre SeedAug 6, 2024

LVED provides everything families need to plan, organize, legally document end-of-life wishes, and memorialize loved ones.

Family
SeedAug 1, 2024
Gesture

New York, New York, United States

Gesture is a modernized gifting platform, built to easily send custom gifts, faster than sending a Venmo.

E-CommerceInternetLogisticsSoftware
UndisclosedJul 1, 2024
Amount Raised: $1,000,000