1521 Ventures
Family officeSan Francisco · Pre-Seed–Late Stage · 1 people tracked
Investment thesis
1521 Ventures acts as the Privitera family office, committing its own capital first before opening co-investment to a curated network of qualified investors via SPVs and funds. It targets exceptional startups and funds with strong moats that meaningfully improve people's lives, focusing on AI, climate tech, space, healthcare, and deep tech across the US, Europe, and the Gulf. The firm invests with a long 7-15 year horizon, sizing positions for conviction and holding with discipline rather than trading for short-term gains. Its stated edge is access to deal flow, operators, and emerging ecosystems, aiming to add strategic value beyond capital.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 7, 2026.
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Investments · 1 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathFrequently asked questions
- What stage does 1521 Ventures invest at?
- 1521 Ventures invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth, Late Stage stages.
- What sectors does 1521 Ventures focus on?
- 1521 Ventures focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Climate Tech, Deep Tech, Healthtech, Space Tech.
- Where is 1521 Ventures located?
- 1521 Ventures is headquartered in San Francisco, US.
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