
Katalyst Ventures
Description
Katalyst Ventures, a San Francisco-based venture capital firm, strategically focuses its investments on the burgeoning digital health and fintech sectors. The firm is dedicated to identifying and supporting innovative startups that leverage technology to address critical challenges and create significant value within these two dynamic industries. With a clear mandate to back companies poised for substantial growth, Katalyst Ventures has established itself as a discerning early-stage investor in the United States.
The firm primarily targets Seed and Early Stage Venture rounds, indicating a preference for engaging with companies at their foundational stages. Katalyst Ventures seeks out founders with compelling visions and robust technological solutions, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance to help scale their operations. Their portfolio showcases a diverse range of companies, including prominent names like K Health, a digital primary care platform, Wellthy, which simplifies healthcare navigation, and Brightside Health, a mental health provider. These investments underscore Katalyst's commitment to improving access and efficiency in healthcare and financial services.
Katalyst Ventures boasts a strong track record of successful investments, highlighted by two notable exits that demonstrate their acumen in identifying high-potential ventures. One significant success is Truebill, a personal finance app that was acquired by Rocket Companies for an impressive $1.2 billion. Another key exit includes FutureAdvisor, an automated investment service, which was acquired by BlackRock. These strategic exits, alongside their approximately 10 active investments, reflect Katalyst Ventures' ability to foster growth and deliver substantial returns. The firm's consistent focus on impactful innovation positions it as a key player in the early-stage digital health and fintech investment landscape.
Investor Profile
Katalyst Ventures has backed more than 34 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 7 rounds, about 21% of its total and boasts 3 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series A, Convertible Note, Seed rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Delivery.
- Typical check size: $500K – $5M.
Stage Focus
- Series A (29%)
- Convertible Note (29%)
- Seed (21%)
- Series B (6%)
- Series C (6%)
- Series E (3%)
- Series F (3%)
- Series D (3%)
Country Focus
- United States (100%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Delivery
- Health Care
- Machine Learning
- Logistics
- Supply Chain Management
- Drones
- Electric Vehicle
- Home Health Care
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