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Sound Ventures

California Founded 2015 Website LinkedIn
Cheque Size$1M to $50M
Stages7
Industries15
Markets19
Stated Portfolio12
Operating Since2015 (11y)

About Sound Ventures

Sound Ventures is a venture capital firm co-founded by Ashton Kutcher and Guy Oseary, focusing on early-stage investments in transformative technologies and exceptional founders. With over 15 years of experience, the firm has a track record of identifying platform shifts and partnering early with founders building the products and infrastructure of the future. Their portfolio includes companies across various sectors, including technology, healthcare, and financial services. The firm's investment strategy centers on early-stage investing, backing companies that have achieved product-market fit. Beyond capital, Sound Ventures offers hands-on support, assisting in crafting narratives, driving marketing momentum, and connecting portfolio companies with marquee customers. Their thematic funds delve deeper, tracking world-class technical talent across stages to spot emerging trends and innovations. Sound Ventures has demonstrated a commitment to emerging technologies, notably artificial intelligence. In May 2023, they closed an oversubscribed AI fund at nearly $240 million, investing in leading AI companies such as OpenAI, Anthropic, and StabilityAI. This initiative underscores their belief in AI's transformative potential and their dedication to supporting foundational platforms in the space. The firm's leadership, including General Partners Effie Epstein, Ashton Kutcher, and Guy Oseary, brings deep roots in media and technology, offering a unique blend of network, insights, and expertise to their portfolio companies. Sound Ventures manages over $1 billion in assets across various funds, reflecting their significant presence in the venture capital landscape.

Geographical Focus

African markets2

Other stated markets17

United StatesUnited KingdomCanadaGermanyJapanAustraliaSingaporeChinaIndiaBrazilFranceUnited Arab EmiratesMexicoSouth KoreaSaudi ArabiaRussiaIsrael

Requirements

Innovative technology solutions, Scalable business models, Strong founding teams, Clear product-market fit, Potential for significant market impact

Stated Portfolio12

Airbnb
Uber
OpenAI
Flexport
GitLab
Airtable
Brex
Affirm
Anthropic
Forethought
You.com
StabilityAI

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TypeVenture Capital
CityCalifornia
Founded2015
Minimum Cheque$1M
Maximum Cheque$50M