Fika Ventures

Fika Ventures is a Los Angeles-based venture capital firm established in 2016, specializing in early-stage investments in technology-driven companies across the United States. The firm focuses on seed-stage investments in sectors such as enterprise and B2B software, fintech, marketplaces, and digital health. Fika Ventures aims to address significant systemic challenges through data, AI-enabled technologies, and automation, investing primarily in the Los Angeles and San Francisco Bay areas, while also exploring opportunities in emerging markets like Seattle and New York. The firm typically invests between $250,000 and $1 million, seeking to acquire ownership stakes ranging from five to ten percent in the companies it supports.

Arteen Arabshahi

General Partner

Gabriella Brignardello

Principal

Jeff Diamond

Investor

Tracy Meng

Venture Partner

James Shecter

Senior Associate

Aaron Szekel

Venture Partner

TX Zhuo

General Partner

Tianxiang Zhuo

Co-Founder and General Partner

Past deals in Los Angeles, CA

Inspectiv

Series A in 2022
Inspectiv offers rapidly growing technology companies an end to end security solution that improves their security posture in a streamlined way so they can focus on product development and growth.

Upwards

Series A in 2022
WeeCare, Inc. operates an application software platform designed to connect families with child care centers in California. The platform enables users to discover and select from various licensed daycare options, promoting access to safe and affordable childcare. Additionally, WeeCare supports caregivers in establishing sustainable home daycare businesses by providing the necessary tools and resources to manage operations effectively. This support allows caregivers to concentrate on providing quality care while ensuring their daycare facilities are filled to capacity. Since its incorporation in 2017, WeeCare has focused on empowering both caregivers and families, facilitating a comprehensive approach to childcare services. The company is headquartered in Venice, California.

Together by Renee

Seed Round in 2022
HeyRenee is the personal health concierge, everyone, especially those managing chronic illnesses and conditions, has wanted and needed. The patient-centric HeyRenee platform is designed to consolidate, coordinate, communicate and connect all aspects of medical care. Through long-sought data integration with healthcare providers, the platform endeavors to eventually help all Americans, the underserved especially, connect with their entire healthcare team and relieve the burdens of appointment scheduling, in-home visits, prescription medication administration to Telehealth and remote patient monitoring, and more

Papaya

Series B in 2021
Papaya is a developer of an online mobile bill payment application that simplifies financial transactions for users. The application supports various payment methods, including debit and credit cards and direct bank account transfers. It prioritizes security by encrypting personal information and payment data, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and PCI standards. In addition to its bill payment services, Papaya operates as an electronic money platform, offering digital solutions, online banking, and international payment services. This combination of features enables users to manage their financial activities efficiently and securely.

First Resonance

Series A in 2021
First Resonance, Inc. is a software company based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2018. It specializes in developing a manufacturing software platform known as ion, which serves as a factory operating system to enhance day-to-day operations in manufacturing environments. This platform enables engineers to manage, execute, analyze, and share hardware tests throughout the product development cycle. By facilitating the tracking of parts and processes from prototype to full-scale production, ion supports hardware companies of various sizes, from startups to large manufacturers. Its clientele includes organizations involved in complex projects such as aerospace initiatives and advanced robotics. The First Resonance team comprises experienced professionals from leading manufacturing firms, dedicated to providing the tools necessary for engineers and operators to innovate and enhance production efficiency.

Together by Renee

Seed Round in 2021
HeyRenee is the personal health concierge, everyone, especially those managing chronic illnesses and conditions, has wanted and needed. The patient-centric HeyRenee platform is designed to consolidate, coordinate, communicate and connect all aspects of medical care. Through long-sought data integration with healthcare providers, the platform endeavors to eventually help all Americans, the underserved especially, connect with their entire healthcare team and relieve the burdens of appointment scheduling, in-home visits, prescription medication administration to Telehealth and remote patient monitoring, and more

First Resonance

Seed Round in 2020
First Resonance, Inc. is a software company based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2018. It specializes in developing a manufacturing software platform known as ion, which serves as a factory operating system to enhance day-to-day operations in manufacturing environments. This platform enables engineers to manage, execute, analyze, and share hardware tests throughout the product development cycle. By facilitating the tracking of parts and processes from prototype to full-scale production, ion supports hardware companies of various sizes, from startups to large manufacturers. Its clientele includes organizations involved in complex projects such as aerospace initiatives and advanced robotics. The First Resonance team comprises experienced professionals from leading manufacturing firms, dedicated to providing the tools necessary for engineers and operators to innovate and enhance production efficiency.

Inspectiv

Seed Round in 2020
Inspectiv offers rapidly growing technology companies an end to end security solution that improves their security posture in a streamlined way so they can focus on product development and growth.

Pipe

Seed Round in 2020
Pipe Technologies Inc. is a financing platform designed specifically for Software as a Service (SaaS) companies. Established in 2019 and headquartered in Walnut, California, Pipe enables these businesses to access immediate liquidity by converting their recurring revenues into cash. This innovative approach allows companies to receive non-dilutive financing through instant cash advances based on the total annual value of their subscription contracts, facilitating growth without the need to give up equity. Additionally, larger SaaS firms utilize Pipe's platform to provide more flexible payment options to their customers, enhancing their competitive edge in the market.

Pipe

Seed Round in 2020
Pipe Technologies Inc. is a financing platform designed specifically for Software as a Service (SaaS) companies. Established in 2019 and headquartered in Walnut, California, Pipe enables these businesses to access immediate liquidity by converting their recurring revenues into cash. This innovative approach allows companies to receive non-dilutive financing through instant cash advances based on the total annual value of their subscription contracts, facilitating growth without the need to give up equity. Additionally, larger SaaS firms utilize Pipe's platform to provide more flexible payment options to their customers, enhancing their competitive edge in the market.

First Resonance

Seed Round in 2019
First Resonance, Inc. is a software company based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2018. It specializes in developing a manufacturing software platform known as ion, which serves as a factory operating system to enhance day-to-day operations in manufacturing environments. This platform enables engineers to manage, execute, analyze, and share hardware tests throughout the product development cycle. By facilitating the tracking of parts and processes from prototype to full-scale production, ion supports hardware companies of various sizes, from startups to large manufacturers. Its clientele includes organizations involved in complex projects such as aerospace initiatives and advanced robotics. The First Resonance team comprises experienced professionals from leading manufacturing firms, dedicated to providing the tools necessary for engineers and operators to innovate and enhance production efficiency.

Upwards

Seed Round in 2018
WeeCare, Inc. operates an application software platform designed to connect families with child care centers in California. The platform enables users to discover and select from various licensed daycare options, promoting access to safe and affordable childcare. Additionally, WeeCare supports caregivers in establishing sustainable home daycare businesses by providing the necessary tools and resources to manage operations effectively. This support allows caregivers to concentrate on providing quality care while ensuring their daycare facilities are filled to capacity. Since its incorporation in 2017, WeeCare has focused on empowering both caregivers and families, facilitating a comprehensive approach to childcare services. The company is headquartered in Venice, California.

Papaya

Seed Round in 2018
Papaya is a developer of an online mobile bill payment application that simplifies financial transactions for users. The application supports various payment methods, including debit and credit cards and direct bank account transfers. It prioritizes security by encrypting personal information and payment data, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and PCI standards. In addition to its bill payment services, Papaya operates as an electronic money platform, offering digital solutions, online banking, and international payment services. This combination of features enables users to manage their financial activities efficiently and securely.

Upwards

Seed Round in 2017
WeeCare, Inc. operates an application software platform designed to connect families with child care centers in California. The platform enables users to discover and select from various licensed daycare options, promoting access to safe and affordable childcare. Additionally, WeeCare supports caregivers in establishing sustainable home daycare businesses by providing the necessary tools and resources to manage operations effectively. This support allows caregivers to concentrate on providing quality care while ensuring their daycare facilities are filled to capacity. Since its incorporation in 2017, WeeCare has focused on empowering both caregivers and families, facilitating a comprehensive approach to childcare services. The company is headquartered in Venice, California.

FairClaims

Convertible Note in 2017
FairClaims is an online dispute resolution platform that aims to improve the handling of disputes for enterprises. The platform offers a range of tools, including mediated chat and video arbitration, which enable organizations to resolve conflicts efficiently and cost-effectively. By providing these resources, FairClaims enhances access to justice, allowing companies to manage disputes regardless of their access to legal counsel or other resources.
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