Telos Ventures

Telos Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Silicon Valley, California, specializing in startup and early-stage investments. Founded in 2012, it focuses on software-technology-enabled solutions across the healthcare, education, and general lifestyle sectors. The firm aims to make its initial institutional investments in companies globally, typically committing between $50,000 and $250,000 per investment. Telos Ventures seeks to partner with ventures that are aligned with its mission of fostering Gospel-centered, for-profit initiatives with potential for liquidity. The firm generally prefers to exit its investments through acquisitions or initial public offerings.

David Kim

Co-Founder and Partner

Eric Quan

Co-Founder and Managing Director

9 past transactions

VendorHawk

Seed Round in 2017
VendorHawk Inc. is a Seattle-based company that specializes in developing a cloud-based application designed to centralize and analyze costs associated with Software as a Service (SaaS) and software vendors. The VendorHawk application aids users in optimizing their SaaS spending and improving the utilization of applications and vendor services. In addition to its software offerings, VendorHawk provides consulting services aimed at identifying wasteful expenditures and delivering actionable recommendations for cost optimization. Established in 2016, VendorHawk operates as a subsidiary of ServiceNow, Inc.

Moi

Seed Round in 2016
Moi is a telecommunications company based in Finland that specializes in providing high-speed internet and 5G network services to individuals, families, and businesses. The company is known for its innovative approach, having introduced unique operator conventions to enhance user experience. Moi offers flexible mobile services that allow users to connect across different devices without the constraints of long-term contracts. Its services are designed to deliver unlimited data, ensuring that customers have reliable and fast connectivity options.

Wasoko

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Wasoko is an e-commerce platform that connects small retail shops in Africa to the digital economy, enhancing their access to essential goods and services. By facilitating seamless transactions, the platform allows informal retailers to conveniently order products via SMS or a mobile app, ensuring they receive free same-day delivery to their stores. This approach not only simplifies the sourcing process for shopkeepers but also helps manufacturers maintain consistent product availability for consumers. Through this model, Wasoko aims to boost sales and market coverage for companies operating in emerging markets, thereby fostering trade and economic growth across the continent.

Branch Technology

Seed Round in 2015
Branch Technology, Inc. is a technology company based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, specializing in cellular fabrication and 3D printing. Founded in 2013, the company utilizes proprietary algorithms to create complex geometries in open spaces without the need for support materials or controlled environments. This innovative approach allows for the construction of non-loadbearing interior partitions, decorative walls, ceilings, and various exhibition and furniture structures. By leveraging its advanced technology, Branch Technology aims to deliver cost-effective designs that enhance material strength, reduce energy consumption, and improve efficiencies on construction sites.

AgMonitor

Seed Round in 2015
AgMonitor, Inc., based in San Mateo, California, develops software-as-a-service applications for agriculture and food sectors. The company offers solutions such as PumpMonitor for pump monitoring, RanchMonitor for managing water and energy costs across entire operations, CropMonitor for optimizing irrigation schedules by integrating on-farm sensors, and Irrigation Advisor for enhancing almond orchard irrigation through aerial imagery data integration. AgMonitor provides decision support tools that help farms increase efficiency using existing hardware, leveraging its data-mining platform to deliver actionable insights. The company's solutions have been shown to improve water use efficiency by 15% and reduce utility bills by 30%, leading to increased profit margins for customers.

Wiselike

Seed Round in 2015
Wiselike is a knowledge-sharing platform that empowers individuals to create personalized professional Q&A pages where they can engage with others by answering questions based on their expertise and life experiences. The platform facilitates interaction between users and thought leaders across various industries, enabling them to share insights and broaden their understanding of diverse topics. By allowing users to establish their credibility as trusted sources of knowledge, Wiselike fosters a community of learners who can exchange ideas and enhance their social influence. This unique format not only promotes knowledge sharing but also supports users in honing their expertise and expanding their professional networks.

FaithStreet

Seed Round in 2015
FaithStreet is a social network tailored for faith communities, enabling them to connect and engage with their members. The platform features a directory of churches, allowing users to post prayer requests, share church programs, and offer support to one another. Additionally, FaithStreet facilitates online donations, providing tools for individuals to set up both recurring and one-time contributions through web, mobile, or text options. This innovative approach aims to enhance the way faith communities raise funds and foster growth, ultimately strengthening their connections and outreach.

Gigzolo

Seed Round in 2014
Gigzolo Inc. is an online marketplace based in New York that connects individuals and businesses with a diverse array of live artists, including musicians, DJs, photographers, videographers, and visual artists. The platform facilitates the discovery and booking of these creative professionals for various events, such as private gatherings, corporate retreats, and large parties. Users can compare pricing, view videos, and read reviews of the artists, as well as communicate directly with them through chat or video features. By offering a streamlined process for hiring creative talent, Gigzolo aims to simplify the event planning experience for its customers.

Alchemy Semiconductor

Series A in 2000
Alchemy Semiconductor is a fabless semiconductor company that designs, develops and markets high performance, yet very low power systems-on-a-chip (SOCs) for the Internet Edge Device market. The company's founding team includes several of the most prominent embedded microprocessor architects and developers in the world, allowing for a combination of proven design execution and MIPS performance technology to achieve high performance, low power dissipation and system integration in its Internet Edge ProcessorÔ.
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