1616 Ventures
Venture capitalNew York · Pre-Seed–Seed · 3 people tracked
Investment thesis
1616 Ventures is an early-stage investment firm founded in 2022, with presence in New York and São Paulo, that backs founders in angel and pre-seed rounds, often as a first commitment. Beyond capital, it supports portfolio companies with AI and cloud credits, pitch refinement, go-to-market guidance, hiring introductions, and follow-on fundraising preparation.
Team · 3 people
from public directoriesFrequently asked questions
- What stage does 1616 Ventures invest at?
- 1616 Ventures invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What is 1616 Ventures's typical check size?
- 1616 Ventures typically writes checks of $50K – $100K.
- What sectors does 1616 Ventures focus on?
- 1616 Ventures focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is 1616 Ventures located?
- 1616 Ventures is headquartered in New York, BR.
- Does 1616 Ventures lead rounds?
- 1616 Ventures typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
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