SVA

SV Angel is a San Francisco-based seed fund founded in 2009, specializing in early-stage investments primarily within the Internet software sector. The firm adopts a portfolio approach to seed investing, distinguishing itself from traditional venture capital firms by not taking board seats and investing in a larger number of companies, often exceeding 100 annually. SV Angel leverages an extensive network to assist startups with business development, financing, mergers and acquisitions, and other strategic advice. This approach, pioneered by founder Ron Conway over 20 years ago, has enabled SV Angel to invest in and advise numerous successful companies, including notable names like Facebook, Google, and Airbnb. The firm continues to focus on providing support to technology-focused consumer and enterprise sectors across the United States.

Ashvin Bachireddy

Managing Partner

Ron Conway

Co-Managing Partner

Topher Conway

Managing Partner

Steven Lee

Partner

Brian Pokorny

Advisor

Peter Tseng

Investor

Beth Turner

Managing Partner - Seed

Past deals in Los Angeles, CA

Octant Bio

Series A in 2020
Octant, Inc. engages in engineering biology to design multi-targeted small molecule drug leads for complex diseases. Its polypharmacology discovery engine generates multi-receptor pathway data and predictive insights to inform rational drug design. The company also engineers biology using living cells as high-throughput signal networks to map, measure, and model chemical structures against G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs). The company was incorporated in 2017 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

Flossy

Seed Round in 2020
Flossy is a dental care company that connects dentists to patients with transparent upfront pricing. By using its mobile app, patients can connect directly with great dentists through its curated network, easily book an appointment, and pay with the app.

Caspar.AI

Venture Round in 2020
Caspar is a rapidly growing, global company headquartered in Silicon Valley and offices in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Amsterdam and Tokyo. Caspar delivers a fully integrated smart home system powered by privacy preserving AI. With Caspar.AI home, operators of senior housing increase staff efficiency & prolong senior independence.

Whatifi

Series A in 2019
Whatifi provides a new way to watch movies on your phone with friends. Whatifi unlocks the ability to discuss, debate and decide what happens next in the movies you watch with friends and family, offering dozens of plotlines, character arcs, and endings.

Community

Seed Round in 2019
Shimmur is a new social engagement platform that makes two-way communication between influencers and their followers simple, effective, and scalable.

Uppercase

Seed Round in 2018
Uppercase is a modern retail solutions provider established in 2016 and headquartered in New York City. The company specializes in helping brands launch retail stores through a comprehensive suite of services that includes real estate, store build-outs, analytics, and staffing. Uppercase offers a marketplace for short-term retail space and tech-enabled stores in key locations such as New York City, Los Angeles, Toronto, and Vancouver. By integrating various aspects of the retail journey, Uppercase enables brands to effectively measure and enhance their retail presence, ensuring a successful entry into the market. The company serves both brands and real estate partners, focusing on data-driven alternatives to traditional retail real estate.

SFOX

Series A in 2018
SFOX, Inc. is a cryptocurrency prime dealer that caters to high-volume traders and institutional investors by offering optimal price execution through a global integrated order book. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, SFOX sources liquidity from a diverse range of exchanges, over-the-counter desks, and market makers. The company's trading platform is designed to facilitate real-time trading across various assets and provides professional tools, including reporting and analytics for multi-user accounts. By employing specialized algorithms, SFOX enables clients to execute large trades without significantly affecting market prices, thus enhancing their returns on investment.

Brud

Series A in 2018
Brud Inc. is a transmedia studio based in Los Angeles that specializes in the development of digital and robotic characters for social platforms. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on creating character-driven story worlds, leveraging expertise in robotics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. Brud is known for its work in producing virtual influencers, which are digital personas that engage audiences across various media channels. The company's innovative approach combines technology and storytelling, allowing for the creation of captivating narratives that resonate with contemporary audiences.

Blue Vision Labs

Series A in 2018
Blue Vision Labs Inc. is a technology company based in Los Angeles, California, specializing in augmented reality and machine perception for self-driving vehicles. Founded in 2016, the company aims to transform interaction between technology, users, and the environment through its innovative augmented reality cloud platform. This platform creates a three-dimensional map of urban spaces, allowing mobile devices to ascertain their location using visual data from cameras. This capability facilitates the development of collaborative augmented reality applications, enabling multiple users to interact with shared content in a precise spatial context. The team comprises engineers and researchers with backgrounds from prestigious organizations, focusing on advancements in robotics, computer vision, and related fields. As of 2018, Blue Vision Labs operates as a subsidiary of Lyft, Inc.

100 Thieves

Seed Round in 2017
100 Thieves, LLC, an esports organization, competes in professional leagues. The company has a team, which participates in leagues and championships. Additionally, it also retails sports apparel through its online store. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Detroit, Michigan.

Octant Bio

Seed Round in 2017
Octant, Inc. engages in engineering biology to design multi-targeted small molecule drug leads for complex diseases. Its polypharmacology discovery engine generates multi-receptor pathway data and predictive insights to inform rational drug design. The company also engineers biology using living cells as high-throughput signal networks to map, measure, and model chemical structures against G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs). The company was incorporated in 2017 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

Dave

Seed Round in 2017
Dave Inc. is a financial services company based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2015. The company has developed a mobile application designed to assist users in managing their finances by providing insights into bank overdrafts and predicting expenses. The app enables users to avoid overdraft fees and low balances by offering features such as paycheck advances, budgeting tools, and resources for finding side gigs. With a focus on helping users maintain financial stability, Dave serves approximately 7 million Americans by providing essential tools for budgeting and credit building. The application is accessible on both the App Store and Google Play, positioning Dave as a key player in the challenger bank space.

Vidme

Series A in 2016
Vidme is an online video sharing platform based in Los Angeles that provides a community for users to express and share their ideas through video content. The platform allows individuals to upload videos across various categories, including gaming, animation, movies, and entertainment. Vidme facilitates a seamless user experience by enabling video uploads without requiring users to create an account, thereby encouraging broader participation and interaction within its community.

Dave

Seed Round in 2016
Dave Inc. is a financial services company based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2015. The company has developed a mobile application designed to assist users in managing their finances by providing insights into bank overdrafts and predicting expenses. The app enables users to avoid overdraft fees and low balances by offering features such as paycheck advances, budgeting tools, and resources for finding side gigs. With a focus on helping users maintain financial stability, Dave serves approximately 7 million Americans by providing essential tools for budgeting and credit building. The application is accessible on both the App Store and Google Play, positioning Dave as a key player in the challenger bank space.

Blue Vision Labs

Seed Round in 2016
Blue Vision Labs Inc. is a technology company based in Los Angeles, California, specializing in augmented reality and machine perception for self-driving vehicles. Founded in 2016, the company aims to transform interaction between technology, users, and the environment through its innovative augmented reality cloud platform. This platform creates a three-dimensional map of urban spaces, allowing mobile devices to ascertain their location using visual data from cameras. This capability facilitates the development of collaborative augmented reality applications, enabling multiple users to interact with shared content in a precise spatial context. The team comprises engineers and researchers with backgrounds from prestigious organizations, focusing on advancements in robotics, computer vision, and related fields. As of 2018, Blue Vision Labs operates as a subsidiary of Lyft, Inc.

Managed by Q

Series B in 2016
Managed by Q Inc. operates a workplace management platform that simplifies office operations by providing a variety of on-demand and subscription services. These services include cleaning, maintenance, IT support, supply replenishment, and wellness initiatives. In addition, the company offers facility services, project management for office planning and renovations, and workplace staffing solutions. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in New York, Managed by Q connects businesses with essential services to enhance workplace efficiency. The company is dedicated to creating economic opportunities by fostering good jobs for its operators and supporting small businesses. With operations in major cities such as New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and San Francisco, Managed by Q aims to transform the management of workspaces.

Caspar.AI

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Caspar is a rapidly growing, global company headquartered in Silicon Valley and offices in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Amsterdam and Tokyo. Caspar delivers a fully integrated smart home system powered by privacy preserving AI. With Caspar.AI home, operators of senior housing increase staff efficiency & prolong senior independence.

Managed by Q

Series A in 2015
Managed by Q Inc. operates a workplace management platform that simplifies office operations by providing a variety of on-demand and subscription services. These services include cleaning, maintenance, IT support, supply replenishment, and wellness initiatives. In addition, the company offers facility services, project management for office planning and renovations, and workplace staffing solutions. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in New York, Managed by Q connects businesses with essential services to enhance workplace efficiency. The company is dedicated to creating economic opportunities by fostering good jobs for its operators and supporting small businesses. With operations in major cities such as New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and San Francisco, Managed by Q aims to transform the management of workspaces.

Vidme

Seed Round in 2015
Vidme is an online video sharing platform based in Los Angeles that provides a community for users to express and share their ideas through video content. The platform allows individuals to upload videos across various categories, including gaming, animation, movies, and entertainment. Vidme facilitates a seamless user experience by enabling video uploads without requiring users to create an account, thereby encouraging broader participation and interaction within its community.

Shift

Series A in 2014
Shift Technologies, Inc. operates an online platform that facilitates the buying and selling of new and used cars, offering a range of vehicle types including sedans, SUVs, and trucks. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional locations in Los Angeles, San Diego, Sacramento, and Portland, Shift aims to simplify the car purchase experience. The company provides a comprehensive service that includes detailing vehicles, listing them on multiple platforms, managing test drives, and connecting sellers with potential buyers. Customers receive a detailed 150-point concierge report that encompasses vehicle specifications, high-resolution images, and history reports. Shift also offers financing options and additional support services throughout the car ownership lifecycle, making the process more accessible and enjoyable for consumers.

Expa

Seed Round in 2014
Expa, founded in 2013 by Uber co-founder Garrett Camp, is a startup studio based in San Francisco with additional offices in New York, Vancouver, Los Angeles, and São Paulo. The firm focuses on developing and launching new companies, specializing in product strategy, system design, and user experience. Expa aims to assist entrepreneurs by helping them avoid common pitfalls in early-stage ventures, removing obstacles, and providing critical guidance to increase their chances of success. The team comprises experienced founders and entrepreneurs who have built significant products and services, leveraging their expertise to identify promising ideas and partner with emerging leaders. Expa has secured substantial funding to support its initiatives, emphasizing a blend of office space, capital, equity, and expert advice to foster the growth of innovative companies.

Knowable Universe

Seed Round in 2014
Knowable Universe, Inc., doing business as Knowable, develops an online platform that offers audio courses. Its courses include long-form audio instruction, detailed lesson summaries, curated learning tools, a downloadable e-textbook, and access to private student communities. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Los Angeles, California.

Clique

Series A in 2014
Recently named to Fast Company’s list for the World's Most Innovative Companies in 2017, Clique is a global media, marketing, and consumer brands company. Through its brands—Who What Wear, MyDomaine, Byrdie, CollegeFashionista, and Obsessee—CMG combines the power of data science with its expert editorial team to create content and products that millennial women and Gen Z girls crave. CMG’s two key marketing offerings, CMG Studios (an in-house creative agency) and INF Network (representing 55+ top bloggers and influencers), deliver integrated and native advertising programs, all while inspiring consumers to discover and shop. In early 2016, CMG launched its first clothing, shoes, and accessories line exclusively with Target under the Who What Wear brand, and it continues to be a top performer for the mega-retailer.

VIOLET GREY

Series A in 2014
VIOLET GREY is a beauty retail company that operates both online and through a physical store, specializing in a wide range of beauty care products. The company's offerings include an extensive selection of makeup items such as primers, foundations, concealers, eye products, and lip cosmetics, as well as skincare essentials like cleansers, masks, and moisturizers. VIOLET GREY also provides hair care products and various beauty tools and accessories. In addition to its retail operations, the company features THE VIOLET FILES, a digital magazine, and offers private makeup application services and tutorials. Originally founded as a private dressing studio for Hollywood's elite, the company has evolved into a curated marketplace known for its emphasis on makeup recommendations and beauty insights. Established in 2010 and based in West Hollywood, California, VIOLET GREY combines luxury with a focus on providing consumers with high-quality beauty products and expert advice.

DAILYLOOK

Seed Round in 2013
DAILYLOOK is the premium personal styling experience that provides the latest looks tailored to your lifestyle - saving you time and effort. We make shopping simple, by curating looks you love based on your body shape, preferences, and lifestyle. Our professional stylists curate our collection to style beautiful outfits for you to try on in the convenience of your own home. You buy what you love and return the rest. Free shipping both ways. It's that easy.

FlightCar

Seed Round in 2013
FlightCar, Inc. operates an online platform that connects car owners with travelers seeking to rent vehicles at various airport locations. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, the company allows individuals parking at the airport to rent their cars to approved travelers, providing an alternative to traditional car rental services. FlightCar has expanded its operations to numerous cities across the United States, including major metropolitan areas such as Los Angeles, Chicago, and Boston. The service aims to save travelers money while enhancing their travel experience by facilitating a collaborative community among users.

VIOLET GREY

Seed Round in 2013
VIOLET GREY is a beauty retail company that operates both online and through a physical store, specializing in a wide range of beauty care products. The company's offerings include an extensive selection of makeup items such as primers, foundations, concealers, eye products, and lip cosmetics, as well as skincare essentials like cleansers, masks, and moisturizers. VIOLET GREY also provides hair care products and various beauty tools and accessories. In addition to its retail operations, the company features THE VIOLET FILES, a digital magazine, and offers private makeup application services and tutorials. Originally founded as a private dressing studio for Hollywood's elite, the company has evolved into a curated marketplace known for its emphasis on makeup recommendations and beauty insights. Established in 2010 and based in West Hollywood, California, VIOLET GREY combines luxury with a focus on providing consumers with high-quality beauty products and expert advice.

BlackJet

Venture Round in 2012
BlackJet operates an online platform that enables consumers to book seats on private jets quickly and affordably, with a focus on guaranteed seat availability. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in the United States, the service prioritizes convenience by allowing bookings in as little as 10 seconds. Initially, BlackJet offers two primary routes connecting New York to Los Angeles and New York to South Florida. The company plans to expand its offerings to include additional routes, such as connections from San Francisco to Los Angeles, New York, and Las Vegas, based on user demand.

PayDragon

Seed Round in 2012
With the free PayDragon iPhone or Android app, you can buy an item blocks away from a store and have it ready for you to pick up by the time you arrive. This saves you time and the aggravation of waiting in line just to order and pay.

Clique

Seed Round in 2012
Recently named to Fast Company’s list for the World's Most Innovative Companies in 2017, Clique is a global media, marketing, and consumer brands company. Through its brands—Who What Wear, MyDomaine, Byrdie, CollegeFashionista, and Obsessee—CMG combines the power of data science with its expert editorial team to create content and products that millennial women and Gen Z girls crave. CMG’s two key marketing offerings, CMG Studios (an in-house creative agency) and INF Network (representing 55+ top bloggers and influencers), deliver integrated and native advertising programs, all while inspiring consumers to discover and shop. In early 2016, CMG launched its first clothing, shoes, and accessories line exclusively with Target under the Who What Wear brand, and it continues to be a top performer for the mega-retailer.

Exec

Seed Round in 2012
Exec is house cleaning service you can book instantly from your iPhone or the web. It services San Francisco, Seattle, San Diego, Los Angeles, New York, Boston, Chicago, and Washington DC with plans to expand to other cities in the U.S.

nprogress

Seed Round in 2011
nProgress is the creator of ntro, a mobile social discovery platform for iPhone and Android. ntro is a social discovery smartphone app that helps you discover and connect with nearby people who share your interests, whether it’s food trucks, TechCrunch or zombies. Simply enter your interests or download them from Facebook – ntro connects you to other people who like the same things and lets you know if you have any friends in common. ntro is available for free on iPhone and Android in Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area. The app will expand to more cities soon. Get more info at www.ntro.com

Zerocater

Venture Round in 2011
Zerocater, Inc. operates a subscription-based and on-demand food ordering platform tailored for companies and their employees. Founded in 2009 and based in San Francisco, the company specializes in delivering personalized and diet-specific meals sourced from independent restaurants, caterers, food trucks, and private chefs. Zerocater caters to various occasions, including meetings, events, and celebrations, offering a diverse menu that includes breakfast, lunch, dessert, and alcohol from craft breweries. The company serves clients across major cities such as New York, Chicago, Washington, D.C., Austin, and Los Angeles, with aspirations for national expansion. By focusing on office catering and snack services, Zerocater aims to enhance workplace culture and community through food, leveraging technology and partnerships to streamline its operations and provide insights into food programs.

Factual

Series A in 2010
Factual is the location data company the world’s most valuable brands and tech companies trust to understand and intelligently grow their businesses. Factual provides product and engineering teams, marketers and data analysts access to the world’s most trusted, accurate and comprehensive data on places and people worldwide, transforming products, advertising and businesses with data that puts everything in context.

Ze Frank Games

Seed Round in 2010
social network meets social game

Star.me

Seed Round in 2010
Star.me is a platform that facilitates rich and deep engagement for brands and celebrities, including Imogen Heap, iJustine, Michael Buckley, and many more. Star.me provides fans with opportunities for participation in the form of missions, games, custom rewards, and fun.

CitizenNet

Seed Round in 2010
CitizenNet, Inc. is a marketing platform that specializes in interpreting real-time social signals from various social media sources, including Twitter and Facebook, to enhance ad targeting. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Beverly Hills, California, the company utilizes a semantic platform that aggregates and analyzes social content, allowing for the automatic matching of relevant content to web pages. Its offerings include tools for capturing real-time activity, content analytics for monitoring trends and sentiment, user analytics to gather information on social interactions, and outreach tools to engage potential customers. CitizenNet has a strong focus on improving social media advertising performance through advanced audience prediction and media optimization, drawing on a wealth of expertise from its diverse team, which has backgrounds in technology, advertising, and entertainment. The company operates as a subsidiary of Condé Nast.

Kumu Wellness

Seed Round in 2009
Kumu Wellness pairs you with a real Wellness Coach who’s dedicated to helping you achieve your health and fitness goals. Just like you talk with friends, you can text, photo message, and video chat with your coach on an unlimited basis, all through the Kumu app. A note from Kumu's CEO: Kumu was born from the vision that wellness is a journey best accomplished with a friend. We call these friends Kumu Wellness Coaches, and we’ve spent the last 5 years learning, and failing, and learning some more about what makes an awesome Coach. Knowledgeable. Supportive. Someone who understands that to replace a bad habit, you first have to create a good habit. Our core belief is that for a healthy habit to stick, it has to be simple and personal. So Kumu gets rid of the need for nutrition calculators, rigid exercise plans, and gives you 100% more of the personal attention from your Coach. Kumu is the labor of love for 10 passionate team members based in Los Angeles

Sharethrough

Seed Round in 2007
Sharethrough, Inc. is a leading provider of native advertising software aimed at publishers, application developers, and advertisers globally. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company operates additional offices in major cities such as New York, Los Angeles, and London. Sharethrough offers a comprehensive suite of solutions, including Sharethrough for Publishers, which serves as a supply-side platform enabling publishers to manage their native ad strategies effectively. The platform supports direct sales, execution, yield management, and network optimization. For advertisers, Sharethrough provides tools designed to facilitate successful native ad campaigns while ensuring engaged audiences and quality content integration. Additionally, the company operates Sharethrough Exchange, an ad exchange focused on programmatic native advertising. With a commitment to enhancing the advertising landscape, Sharethrough aims to deliver premium ads that maintain a high-quality user experience.