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Founderheads,

Europe, Vilniaus Apskritis, Lithuania, Vilnius

Description

Founderheads is a boutique Web3 incubator, accelerator, and venture capital firm based in Vilnius, Lithuania, with a distinct "founder mentality" and hands-on approach. Specializing exclusively in the burgeoning Web3 and blockchain sectors, the firm positions itself as a crucial early-stage partner for innovative startups. Their unique model combines capital investment with comprehensive operational and strategic support, aiming to nurture nascent projects from their pre-seed and seed stages into successful ventures. This integrated approach distinguishes them from traditional VCs, emphasizing deep engagement with their portfolio companies.

The firm's investment strategy is centered on identifying high-potential Web3 projects that can benefit from their extensive industry network and operational expertise. Founderheads explicitly targets pre-seed and seed-stage startups, providing initial check sizes that typically range from $50,000 to $500,000. This flexible range allows them to accommodate various early-stage funding needs while signaling their commitment to foundational support. Beyond capital, they offer mentorship, strategic guidance, and access to a robust ecosystem of industry experts, helping founders navigate the complexities of the decentralized web.

Founderheads has rapidly built a significant presence in the Web3 ecosystem, having invested in over 20 startups across diverse blockchain verticals. Their portfolio companies have demonstrated considerable success in attracting further capital, collectively raising over $100 million in follow-on funding. This impressive track record underscores Founderheads' ability to identify promising projects and provide the foundational support necessary for subsequent growth and larger funding rounds. Their commitment to long-term partnerships and a founder-first philosophy makes them a compelling partner for early-stage Web3 innovators seeking more than just financial backing.

Investor Profile

Founderheads, has backed more than 32 startups, with 11 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 1 rounds, about 3% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Pre Seed, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Singapore, United Kingdom.
  • Strong thematic focus on Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Web3.
  • Typical check size: $50K – $500K.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (72%)
  • Pre Seed (16%)
  • Series Unknown (6%)
  • Initial Coin Offering (3%)
  • Undisclosed (3%)

Country Focus

  • United States (25%)
  • Singapore (13%)
  • United Kingdom (9%)
  • Estonia (9%)
  • Portugal (6%)
  • United Arab Emirates (6%)
  • Sweden (3%)
  • Croatia (3%)
  • Hong Kong (3%)

Industry Focus

  • Blockchain
  • Cryptocurrency
  • Web3
  • Decentralized Finance (Defi)
  • Software
  • Information Technology
  • Bitcoin
  • Financial Services
  • Finance
  • Infrastructure
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Founderheads, frequently co-invest with?

a16z crypto
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 3
CV
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 4
Co-Investments: 2
NGC Ventures
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 2
MH Ventures
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 2
Orange DAO
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 2
Dutch Crypto Investors
Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Amsterdam
Co-Investments: 2
Co-Investments: 3
X21 Digital
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 2
Co-Investments: 3

Which angels does Founderheads, often collaborate with?

Henry Chen
Asia, Guangdong, China, Guangzhou
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 2
CC
North America, California, United States
Shared Deals: 1
CS
North America, California, United States
Shared Deals: 1
David Nakayama
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
PT
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 3
EC
Asia, Singapore
Shared Deals: 2
AC
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 2
Dennis Qian
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Founderheads,?

Hybrid

Zagreb, Grad Zagreb, Croatia

Hybrid is a fintech company that offers a decentralized central AI tool with Web3's ecosystem of AI experts, agents, and data.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Developer APIsWeb3
SeedJan 25, 2025
Starpower

Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong

Starpower is an energy protocol that partners with renewable energy manufacturers to create advanced batteries.

Network SecuritySoftwareWeb3
SeedJan 10, 2025
Amount Raised: $2,500,000
Novastro

Singapore, Central Region, Singapore

Novastro is the pioneering Layer 2 RWA chain.

InfrastructureWeb3
SeedJan 9, 2025
Amount Raised: $1,200,000

Fiamma builds the future of finance and the internet on bitcoin with ZK and BitVM2.

BitcoinCryptocurrencyFinancial Services
SeedDec 4, 2024
Amount Raised: $4,000,000

Barter enables decentralized applications by ensuring efficient transaction routing and optimization.

Decentralized Finance (DeFi)
SeedNov 19, 2024
Amount Raised: $3,000,000

Cytonic is a multi-virtual-machine blockchain.

Blockchain
SeedNov 7, 2024
Amount Raised: $8,300,000

Layer aims to extend the functionality of Ethereum by making the first developer tools.

Developer ToolsEthereum
SeedOct 3, 2024
Amount Raised: $6,000,000
Ammalgam

Singapore, Central Region, Singapore

Ammalgam is a new primitive that integrates lending and trading into a single protocol known as a Decentralized Lending Exchange (DLEX).

BlockchainCryptocurrencyDecentralized Finance (DeFi)Web3
SeedSep 10, 2024
Amount Raised: $2,500,000
Cork Protocol

New York, New York, United States

Cork offers collateralized swaps against any pegged asset.

Decentralized Finance (DeFi)FinanceFinTech
SeedSep 9, 2024
Holonym

New Castle, Delaware, United States

The Holonym Foundation is an ecosystem of tools to enhance privacy, accessibility, and security of the decentralized web.

SeedAug 16, 2024
Amount Raised: $5,500,000