Animal Capital
Venture capitalActively deployingRaleigh · Pre-Seed–Series B · 9 people tracked
Investment thesis
Founded by TikTok mega-influencers with over 100 million combined followers, they offer instant distribution through founders' social channels and expertise in serving Gen Z consumers.
Team · 9 people
from public directories
What they invest in
from 3 of 3 portfolio companiesAdvanced Manufacturing ×1AI & Machine Learning ×1Consumer ×1Deep Tech ×1Defense Tech ×1Direct to Consumer ×1Enterprise Software ×1FoodTech ×1
HQs:United States×2
Investments · 3 tracked
founders shown can be your intro path
Array Labs develops radar technology for aerospace and other leading industries.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechDefense TechHardwareSpace TechSan Francisco, US
immi produces ready-to-eat ramen products with high-quality ingredients designed to address nutritional and health concerns.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTechHealthtech
Kevin
Praxis Labs is building tools and solutions to improve workplace experiences for all employees.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareFuture of WorkHR TechBrooklyn, US
Jeffrey Crowe(Director)Elise Smith(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Heather Shen(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Animal Capital invest at?
- Animal Capital invests at the Pre-Seed, Series A, Series B stages.
- What is Animal Capital's typical check size?
- Animal Capital typically writes checks of $100K – $1M.
- What sectors does Animal Capital focus on?
- Animal Capital focuses on Consumer, Direct to Consumer, Fintech, Healthtech, Media & Entertainment.
- Where is Animal Capital located?
- Animal Capital is headquartered in Raleigh, US.
- Does Animal Capital lead rounds?
- Animal Capital typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
featuring the teamJosh Richards: TikTok, Social Media, Animal Capital, Sway House and Venture | The Quest Pod S2:8
Fractal Radio · Josh Richards
Co-investors · 30
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Gusto is a US-focused payroll, benefits, HR and compliance software platform for small businesses, offering an accountant partner program (Gusto Pro) with a multi-client dashboard and revenue share.
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