Founders Capital Partners

Founders Capital Partners (FCP), established in 1988 and based in Santa Barbara, California, is a group of angel investors dedicated to early-stage, technology-focused businesses, particularly in industrial products and services. Comprising approximately 40 accredited investors, including active and retired entrepreneurs, executives, and scientists, FCP typically engages as the first investors beyond friends and family, preferring to participate before traditional venture firms enter. Investment sizes range from $100,000 to $5 million, with a preferred range of $250,000 to $750,000. FCP's investment interests include software, internet solutions for business and healthcare services, as well as sensor and electronic technologies applied to life sciences and industrial applications. The firm emphasizes active involvement in its portfolio companies, offering advisory support in areas such as management, financing strategy, and operational challenges, which limits the number of companies it can engage with simultaneously. While primarily focused on the Central Coast region of California, FCP typically completes one investment deal annually, often in follow-on rounds for existing startups.