The Syndicate.com

TheSyndicate.com is an angel investing club led by the renowned entrepreneur and angel investor Jason Calacanis. Operating primarily as an AngelList syndicate, it pools capital from limited partners to invest in early-stage, high-growth technology companies. Calacanis himself is one of the most prolific angel investors, known for his high-volume approach and a keen eye for disruptive startups, often focusing on pre-seed and seed-stage opportunities.

Calacanis's investment thesis is deeply intertwined with his LAUNCH ecosystem, which includes the LAUNCH Accelerator, podcasts, and conferences. He frequently invests in companies that have participated in his accelerator program or have been sourced through his extensive network. His strategy emphasizes backing exceptional founders with strong visions, often in large, addressable markets. He is known for providing significant post-investment support, leveraging his media platforms and network to help portfolio companies grow.

The Syndicate.com benefits from Calacanis's impressive track record, which includes early investments in companies like Uber, Calm, Robinhood, Thumbtack, and Webflow. He has personally made over 300 investments throughout his career, demonstrating a consistent commitment to the startup ecosystem. His goal is often to invest in approximately 50 companies per year, reflecting his belief in diversification across early-stage ventures.

Through TheSyndicate.com, Calacanis and his LPs aim to provide meaningful capital to nascent companies. While Calacanis is known for writing personal checks as small as $25,000, the syndicate structure allows for larger, more impactful investments in seed rounds. The typical first check size from TheSyndicate.com ranges from $50,000 to $750,000, enabling them to lead or co-lead significant early funding rounds.