Altimeter Capital
Menlo Park · Pre-Seed–Late Stage · 1 people tracked
Investment thesis
Altimeter invests across all growth stages in technology companies founded by visionary entrepreneurs. The firm positions itself as a long-term expert partner to portfolio companies, supporting them through growth and assisting with transitions into public markets.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 19, 2026.
Team · 1 people
from the firm's website
Brad Gerstner founded Altimeter Capital in 2008 and runs it as a crossover firm spanning public and private technology investing, with signature positions in Snowflake and ByteDance. He also launched Invest America, the initiative behind federally seeded investment accounts for American children, and co-hosts the BG2 podcast with Bill Gurley.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Altimeter Capital invest at?
- Altimeter Capital invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth, Late Stage stages.
- What sectors does Altimeter Capital focus on?
- Altimeter Capital focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Altimeter Capital located?
- Altimeter Capital is headquartered in Menlo Park.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
featuring the team'We're still very early in the super cycle,' says Altimeter Capital's Brad Gerstner - YouTube
CNBC Television · Brad Gerstner
Altimeter Capital CEO Brad Gerstner on AI trade: I happen to think volatility is good - YouTube
CNBC Television · Brad Gerstner
Altimeter Capital CEO Brad Gerstner on Sam Altman comments: Trajectory is on pace for $100B revenue - YouTube
CNBC Television · Brad Gerstner
Altimeter Capital's Brad Gerstner: In 2025, I have to say Siri is kind of garbage
Brad Gerstner
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