
Frontures
Description
Frontures is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm primarily focused on supporting companies at the pre-seed and seed stages. Established with a clear mandate to identify and nurture early-stage innovation, the firm positions itself as a crucial first-money partner for promising startups across various sectors. Their strategic location in the heart of the United States' technology hub provides them with direct access to a vibrant ecosystem of entrepreneurs and emerging technologies.
The firm employs a high-volume investment strategy, having made over 100 investments to date, indicating a broad and active approach to portfolio building. While their portfolio spans diverse industries, common themes include advancements in artificial intelligence, software-as-a-service (SaaS) platforms, fintech solutions, and even deep tech areas like aerospace. This wide-ranging interest allows Frontures to capitalize on disruptive trends across the technology landscape, providing capital and strategic guidance to founders as they navigate the critical early phases of growth.
Frontures typically deploys initial checks ranging from approximately $250,000 to $1,500,000, tailored to the specific needs and stage of the startup. This flexible approach enables them to participate in both nascent pre-seed rounds and more developed seed-stage opportunities. The firm has also demonstrated its ability to generate returns, with at least 2 reported exits from its portfolio companies, underscoring its commitment to fostering successful ventures from inception through liquidity events. Their consistent activity and strategic focus make them a notable player in the early-stage venture capital landscape.
Investor Profile
Frontures has backed more than 21 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 0 rounds, about 0% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Pre Seed, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Germany, India.
- Strong thematic focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Manufacturing, Payments.
- Typical check size: $250K – $1.5M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (71%)
- Pre Seed (19%)
- Series B (5%)
- Series Unknown (5%)
Country Focus
- United States (71%)
- Germany (10%)
- India (5%)
- Singapore (5%)
- Puerto Rico (5%)
- Canada (5%)
Industry Focus
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Manufacturing
- Payments
- Software
- Machine Learning
- Fintech
- Information Services
- Financial Services
- Logistics
- Analytics
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