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Draper Venture Network

California Founded 1990 Website LinkedIn
Cheque Size$1M to $50M
Stages8
Industries20
Markets20
Stated Portfolio20
Operating Since1990 (36y)

About Draper Venture Network

Draper Venture Network is a global alliance of independent venture capital firms that collaborate to support early-stage companies worldwide. The network comprises over 25 member firms operating in more than 60 tech hubs, offering a collective intelligence of over 100 investors with more than $3 billion invested in over 500 ventures. This extensive reach enables Draper Venture Network to provide comprehensive support to entrepreneurs across various industries and stages. The network's investment strategy focuses on a wide range of sectors, including technology, healthcare, real estate, financial services, consumer goods, media, education, energy, transportation, agriculture, telecommunications, retail, manufacturing, logistics, aerospace, defense, blockchain, artificial intelligence, robotics, and cybersecurity. Draper Venture Network partners with visionary founders at all stages, from pre-seed to late-stage, offering investments ranging from $1 million to $50 million. This diverse approach allows the network to address the unique needs of each portfolio company, fostering innovation and growth. Draper Venture Network's philosophy centers on building meaningful relationships with global corporates and providing access to a vast number of Tier 1 corporates such as Amazon, Apple, Dropbox, Oracle, PayPal, and Samsung. The network's annual CEO Summit brings together leading thinkers in Silicon Valley, offering founders opportunities to meet corporates, share insights, and grasp the technology trends shaping the global landscape. This collaborative environment empowers entrepreneurs to navigate challenges, scale their businesses, and make a significant impact in their respective industries.

Geographical Focus

African markets1

Other stated markets19

United StatesUnited KingdomCanadaGermanyJapanAustraliaSingaporeChinaIndiaBrazilFranceUnited Arab EmiratesMexicoSouth KoreaSaudi ArabiaIsraelChileArgentinaUruguay

Requirements

Innovative business model, Scalable growth potential, Strong management team, Clear market differentiation, Ability to leverage Draper Venture Network's global resources

Stated Portfolio20

SpaceX
Robinhood
Tesla
Coinbase
Skype
Twitch
Twitter
Ledger
Ancestry.com
Cruise Automation
Microport Medical
Yeepay
1047 Games
Jing Jin Electric
Hotmail
PrettyLitter
Focus Media
OnShift
ContainerShip
Ikos

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TypeVenture Capital
CityCalifornia
Founded1990
Minimum Cheque$1M
Maximum Cheque$50M