Investors looking to invest in Pre-seed stage

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10K - 300K
IOVC is an early stage venture capital firm based in San Francisco. It invests in exceptional founders with unique ideas, big ambitions, and the drive to succeed. It provides capital, strategic advice, and access to its extensive network of resources to help founders build and scale their compan...
100K - 500K
iSeed offers venture capital investments in early-stage startups, providing them with the capital they need to accelerate their growth. They provide seed and series A investments, which can range from $200,000 up to $2 million. Their investment strategy is focused on identifying and investing in...
200K - 500K
Sunfish Partners is an early stage VC based in Berlin, Germany that specializes in investing in deep tech startups. It has invested in more than 40 companies across Europe and Israel, and focuses on areas such as artificial intelligence, robotics, blockchain, and software-as-a-service. The firm ...
150K - 500K
Iterative.vc is a Singapore-based venture capital firm and accelerator that empowers early-stage startups to succeed. The firm provides capital, mentorship, and resources to startups in the region, and also runs a YC-style accelerator program. Iterative.vc works with founders to help them valida...
25K - 250K
SFF.vc is a venture capital firm founded in 2018 by experienced investors and entrepreneurs. The firm invests in early-stage companies with a focus on software, infrastructure, and data-driven business models. They also provide mentorship and resources to help their portfolio companies grow. SFF...
1M - 5M
Crane Venture Partners is a venture capital firm investing into seed and early stage intelligent enterprise and deep tech companies in Europe. The firm was founded in 2015 and is based in Berlin, Germany. Its focus is on helping startups in the software, AI, and machine learning fields to reach ...
25K - 50K
Avalanche is a powerful open-source platform for launching decentralized applications (dApps) and creating and managing digital assets. It is built on a decentralized network of computers that are coordinated by an advanced consensus protocol. Avalanche features a unique consensus protocol that ...
150K - 500K
January Ventures is a venture capital firm that provides early-stage financing to startups. They focus on replacing the traditional friends and family round of capital and re-writing the networks in venture capital. Their investments range from seed to Series B and they provide both capital and ...
50K - 100K
WestTech Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2013, located in Berlin, Germany. They focus on Enterprise SaaS, New Work and Mobility investments. They have a portfolio of 53 companies and a team of 13. They can be reached at pitch@westtechventures.com. They have co-invested with Clarifa...
5K - 25K
Grupo Scala is a private company based in Brazil that specializes in providing digital solutions for businesses. The company offers a range of services including web and mobile development, software development, digital marketing, and more. Grupo Scala has a team of experienced professionals tha...
25K - 250K
Awesome Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Seoul, South Korea that specializes in seed-stage and early-stage investments. They are dedicated to helping individuals, families, institutions and governments raise, manage, and distribute the capital they need to achieve their goals. Awesome...
50K - 5M
JPIN is a digital platform that provides resources and tools for investors to help them make informed decisions. It offers portfolio analysis and advice from trusted advisors, market updates, and access to exclusive investment opportunities. JPIN also provides a suite of educational content to h...
10K - 200K
Zenventures is a venture capital and private equity firm, founded in 2018, that provides capital and technical support to early-stage startups in emerging markets. It has invested in more than 20 companies across 14 countries, with a focus on fintech, digital health, logistics, and other industr...
50K - 500K
Systema Nova is a venture capital firm founded in 2018 and based in London, United Kingdom. The firm seeks to invest in early-stage fintech, healthcare, and other high-growth companies in Europe, the US, and Asia. Systema Nova focuses on identifying and investing in innovative businesses that ha...
100K - 2M
K Fund is a European venture capital firm based in Madrid that invests in early-stage startups. The firm has a portfolio of over 100 companies and has invested in startups in a range of different sectors, from fintech and healthcare to software and food. K Fund focuses on helping startups accele...
150K - 300K
Aonia is an early-stage venture capital and advisory firm focusing on innovative technology companies in the health, wellness, and lifestyle sectors. The firm works with entrepreneurs to help them create, launch, and scale their businesses, providing resources and support to help them reach thei...
50K - 500K
Contrary is a venture fund that invests in early-stage startups and provides them with access to resources, support, and capital. The fund is backed by iconic founders and operators and has a presence in San Francisco, New York, and Los Angeles. The fund has invested in over fifty companies, wit...
100K - 15M
Innovation Endeavors is a venture capital firm based in Palo Alto, California. Founded in 2010, the firm specializes in investing in seed-stage technology companies, and focuses on supporting visionary founders, transformational technology, and emergent ecosystems for a new world. Innovation End...
25K - 250K
Superangel is a venture capital fund that invests in early-stage startups in the consumer, PropTech and Future of Work industries. They back founders and teams with the potential to build iconic companies, and provide the resources and network that founders need to create lasting businesses. Sup...
100K - 1M
SC Super Bet is a leading provider of sports betting services with more than 4,500 employees worldwide. They have been recognized as a pioneer in the field, having won four times the Best Sports Betting Operator of the Year Award. Their strategy focuses on leveraging data and technology to provi...
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How to Fundraise in Pre-Seed Stage and Types of Investors

Pre-seed stage is the earliest stage of startup fundraising, where you are looking to raise capital to build a prototype, conduct market research, and validate your business idea. It is a crucial stage for any startup, and there are different types of investors available for pre-seed funding:

  • Angel Investors: High net worth individuals who invest in startups in exchange for equity. They are usually experienced entrepreneurs themselves and can provide mentorship and networking opportunities.
  • Angel Funds: Similar to angel investors, but instead of investing as an individual, they invest as a group. They pool their resources to make larger investments.
  • VCs (Venture Capitalists): Institutional investors who invest in startups that have a high growth potential. They invest in exchange for equity and typically focus on businesses that have already demonstrated some traction.
  • Incubators: Programs that offer resources such as office space, mentorship, and networking opportunities in exchange for equity or a fee. They typically work with startups in the earliest stages and can help with product development, fundraising, and business strategy.

Pros and Cons of Each Type of Investor

Angel Investors

  • Pros:
    • Flexible investment terms
    • Can provide mentorship and networking opportunities
    • May be more willing to take a chance on a new idea
  • Cons:
    • May not have enough capital to meet your funding needs
    • May not have industry-specific knowledge
    • May not invest in the next funding round

Angel Funds

  • Pros:
    • Can provide larger investments than individual angel investors
    • May have more industry-specific knowledge
    • Can offer a network of contacts and resources
  • Cons:
    • May have less flexibility in investment terms
    • May have a longer decision-making process

VCs (Venture Capitalists)

  • Pros:
    • Can invest large amounts and follow-on in the future
    • May have industry-specific knowledge and experience
    • Can provide valuable connections and resources
  • Cons:
    • May require a higher level of traction and growth potential than other investors
    • May have more stringent investment terms
    • May have a longer decision-making process

Incubators

  • Pros:
    • Can provide valuable resources such as office space, mentorship, and networking opportunities
    • Can help with product development, fundraising, and business strategy
    • May have industry-specific knowledge
  • Cons:
    • They typically require a significant amount of equity in the company in exchange for their investment.
    • They may have specific criteria for the types of businesses they accept into their program.

Tips on Approaching Investors and How Much to Raise

  • Be prepared with a strong business plan and pitch deck.
  • Research potential investors to find those who have experience in your industry or market.
  • Consider reaching out to warm leads or connections through your network.
  • Be open to feedback and suggestions from investors.
  • Determine how much funding you need to get to the next stage of your business and be realistic about how much you can raise at this early stage.