Founders AND 3

Founders Fund is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm established in 2005, specializing in investments across various stages, from seed to later-stage funding. The firm targets companies that are developing transformative technologies in sectors such as consumer internet, biotechnology, artificial intelligence, aerospace, energy, and health. Founders Fund has a diverse investment portfolio, having backed notable companies like SpaceX, Facebook, and Palantir. The firm employs a founder-friendly investment approach, aiming to support entrepreneurs with minimal interference. With over $2 billion in capital under management, Founders Fund continues to seek innovative solutions to global challenges, making investments typically ranging from $500,000 to $300 million.

Delian Asparouhov

Principal

Jennifer Campbell

Partner

Lauren Gross

Partner and COO

Bridget Harris

Associate

Sean Liu

Partner

Jeffrey Lonsdale

Managing Director, Asia

John Luttig

Partner

Amin Mirzadegan

Partner

Scott Nolan

Partner

Neil Ruthven

CFO

Trae Stephens

Partner

Napoleon Ta

Partner

Matias Van Thienen

Partner

Past deals in Young Adults

Literati

Series B in 2021
Literati, Inc. is a subscription-based book club service tailored for children ages 0-12 in the United States. Founded in 2016 and based in Austin, Texas, the company offers a variety of themed book clubs, such as Club Neo, Club Sprout, Club Nova, and Club Sage. In addition to its subscription service, Literati provides gifting options, allowing customers to gift books or redeem them for others. The company's innovative approach includes a try-before-you-buy model and curated selections by notable figures, enhancing the reading experience for young audiences. With a focus on fostering a love for literature, Literati aims to engage children and families through thoughtfully curated reading materials.

Literati

Series A in 2019
Literati, Inc. is a subscription-based book club service tailored for children ages 0-12 in the United States. Founded in 2016 and based in Austin, Texas, the company offers a variety of themed book clubs, such as Club Neo, Club Sprout, Club Nova, and Club Sage. In addition to its subscription service, Literati provides gifting options, allowing customers to gift books or redeem them for others. The company's innovative approach includes a try-before-you-buy model and curated selections by notable figures, enhancing the reading experience for young audiences. With a focus on fostering a love for literature, Literati aims to engage children and families through thoughtfully curated reading materials.
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