
GoingVC Partners
Description
GoingVC Partners serves as the dedicated investment arm of GoingVC, a prominent career accelerator program designed to help individuals enter and advance within the venture capital industry. Based in San Francisco, this firm leverages its unique position to identify and support promising early-stage companies. Its core mission extends beyond providing capital, aiming to offer substantial strategic value by connecting portfolio companies with a vast, global network of seasoned venture capitalists, founders, and operators. This symbiotic relationship allows GoingVC Partners to not only deploy capital but also to facilitate growth and provide critical resources to its portfolio.
The firm maintains a broad investment thesis, focusing on early-stage opportunities ranging from Pre-Seed to Series A rounds. While sector-agnostic in its approach, GoingVC Partners has developed particular expertise and interest in areas such as B2B SaaS, FinTech, the Future of Work, AI/ML, and ClimateTech. Their investment footprint is global, with a diverse portfolio that spans North America, Europe, and Asia. To date, their portfolio proudly includes over 50 companies, demonstrating a consistent commitment to fostering innovation across various geographies and industries.
GoingVC Partners typically deploys initial checks ranging from $25,000 to $250,000, positioning them as a key early-stage funding source for nascent ventures. Beyond these initial investments, the firm strategically reserves capital for follow-on rounds, indicating a long-term commitment to supporting their portfolio companies' growth trajectories. A significant differentiator for GoingVC Partners is the unparalleled access they provide to their extensive network, which comprises over 1,000 venture capitalists, founders, and operators. This network acts as a powerful resource, offering mentorship, strategic guidance, and potential partnership opportunities that extend far beyond mere financial backing.
Through its distinctive model, GoingVC Partners effectively bridges the gap between aspiring VC professionals and high-potential startups. By integrating investment activities with a robust career development program, the firm cultivates a unique ecosystem where capital, talent, and strategic insights converge. This approach not only provides essential funding for startups but also enriches the broader venture capital landscape by fostering new connections and accelerating the development of innovative solutions.
Investor Profile
GoingVC Partners has backed more than 21 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 0 rounds, about 0% of its total and boasts 3 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Pre Seed, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Pakistan, Mexico.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI).
- Typical check size: $25K – $250K.
Stage Focus
- Seed (67%)
- Pre Seed (19%)
- Series A (14%)
Country Focus
- United States (81%)
- Pakistan (10%)
- Mexico (5%)
- Colombia (5%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Information Technology
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Machine Learning
- Saas
- B2b
- Logistics
- E-commerce
- Marketplace
- Retail
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