Uncommon Denominator

Uncommon Denominator is a New York-based venture capital firm established in 2017 by Jonathan Glick, a seasoned tech executive with leadership experience at companies like The New York Times and AOL. The firm primarily focuses on seed-stage investments, targeting disruptive opportunities across consumer, SaaS, and frontier technology sectors. Uncommon Denominator operates as a high-conviction fund, indicating a strategic approach to building a concentrated portfolio where they can provide significant value beyond just capital.

Their investment philosophy emphasizes deep engagement with founders and a hands-on approach to supporting portfolio companies through their critical early growth phases. A notable example of their investment strategy is leading the $2 million seed round for Substack in 2017, showcasing their capacity to anchor early-stage funding for promising ventures. Other significant investments include Superhuman and On Deck, further solidifying their reputation for backing innovative companies with strong product-market fit potential and ambitious visions.

Jonathan Glick's extensive background in product development and media brings a unique operational and strategic perspective to the firm, which is leveraged to guide portfolio companies through product-market fit, scaling challenges, and strategic partnerships. Uncommon Denominator aims to be a supportive and insightful partner, helping founders navigate the complexities of building and scaling transformative businesses. The firm's focus on the seed stage means they are typically among the first institutional investors, playing a crucial role in the foundational development of their portfolio companies.