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Happenstance

YC W24

San Francisco, US · Founded 2023 · 3 employees · 3 known investors

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Happenstance is a deal sourcing platform that helps investors find founders and startups through their professional networks, enabling research and identification of co-investment opportunities.

AI & Machine LearningConsumerEnterprise SoftwareHR TechSaaSArtificial IntelligenceUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaFully Remote

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W24)

Happenstance was founded in 2023 by Alex Teichman.

ATAlex Teichman
Alex TeichmanFounder & CEOAlex Teichman completed a PhD in computer science at Stanford with a focus on perception systems for autonomous vehicles, and previously cofounded Lighthouse AI. He has also served as an angel investor and advisor in AI.

Investors · 3

Y Combinatorlisted by Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

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Zelda Ventureslisted by Zelda VenturesSan Francisco · $25K – $100Kvia Suzanne Fletcher · inferred

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Frequently asked questions

What does Happenstance do?
Happenstance is a deal sourcing platform that helps investors find founders and startups through their professional networks, enabling research and identification of co-investment opportunities.
Who founded Happenstance?
Happenstance was founded by Alex Teichman in 2023.
Who are Happenstance's investors?
Happenstance's investors include Pioneer, Y Combinator, Zelda Ventures.
Where is Happenstance headquartered?
Happenstance is headquartered in San Francisco, US.