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Peter Rojas

California Founded 2002 Website
Cheque Size$200K to $550K
Stages7
Industries15
Markets19
Stated Portfolio6
Operating Since2002 (24y)

About Peter Rojas

Peter Rojas is a prominent angel investor and technology entrepreneur based in San Francisco, California. He is best known for co-founding influential technology blogs such as Gizmodo and Engadget, and for his role in launching the video gaming blog Joystiq. His entrepreneurial journey also includes founding the consumer electronics social networking site gdgt and the online record label RCRD LBL. In 2018, Rojas became a partner at Betaworks Ventures, a position he held until August 2021. In February 2025, he joined Mozilla as the Senior Vice President of New Products. As an angel investor, Rojas focuses on early-stage investments, particularly in sectors like technology, media, and consumer electronics. His investment range typically spans from $200,000 to $550,000, with a preference for investments around $500,000. He has been involved in several notable investments, including Meeno, MovieBot, Streem, Sweet, me.me, and Howdy. His investment strategy emphasizes supporting innovative startups that align with his expertise and interests. Rojas's extensive background in product management and entrepreneurship informs his investment philosophy, which centers on identifying and nurturing promising startups in the technology and media sectors. His experience in launching and scaling digital platforms provides him with a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities faced by early-stage companies. This insight enables him to offer valuable guidance and support to entrepreneurs navigating the complexities of building successful tech ventures.

Geographical Focus

African markets1

Other stated markets18

United StatesUnited KingdomCanadaGermanyJapanAustraliaSingaporeChinaIndiaBrazilFranceUnited Arab EmiratesMexicoSouth KoreaSaudi ArabiaRussiaIsraelArgentina

Requirements

Innovative technology solutions, Scalable business models, Experienced founding teams, Clear market differentiation, Strong growth potential

Stated Portfolio6

Streem
Sweet
Howdy
Meeno
MovieBot
me.me

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TypeAngel Investor
CityCalifornia
Founded2002
Minimum Cheque$200K
Maximum Cheque$550K