Happenstance
YC W24San Francisco, US · Founded 2023 · 3 employees · 2 known investors
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.
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Alex Teichmanin𝕏Founder & 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 · 2
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements- Undisclosed amountseedApr 2026
Y Combinator (lead), Pioneer Fund, Zelda Ventures
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Competitors · 2
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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 Y Combinator, Zelda Ventures.
- Where is Happenstance headquartered?
- Happenstance is headquartered in San Francisco, US.