Bolt
Venture capitalSan Francisco · Seed–Series A · 8 people tracked
Investment thesis
Targets concept-stage software-plus-physical goods startups, acting as a hands-on product partner with experienced hardware engineers, a million-dollar prototyping shop, and direct help on design, manufacturing and fundraising.
Team · 8 people
from the firm's website
Axel Bichara, co-founder of Bolt and Baukunst and ex-Atlas partner who managed $2.6B across seven funds, is a builder-first mentor who gives founders early, structured operating plans and cash forecasts.
Greg McAdoo, a former Sequoia senior partner who sourced Airbnb at seed, is a hands-on seed investor known for hardware- and infrastructure-friendly instincts, Isilon experience, and practical advice during downturns.
What they invest in
from 3 of 5 portfolio companiesHealthtech ×2Consumer ×1Digital Health ×1FoodTech ×1Media & Entertainment ×1Medical Devices ×1Wellness & Fitness ×1
HQs:United States×1
Investments · 5 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathMedia & EntertainmentSan Francisco, US
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Bolt invest at?
- Bolt invests at the Seed, Series A stages.
- What is Bolt's typical check size?
- Bolt typically writes checks of $100K – $5M.
- What sectors does Bolt focus on?
- Bolt focuses on Consumer.
- Where is Bolt located?
- Bolt is headquartered in San Francisco, US.
- Does Bolt lead rounds?
- Yes, Bolt leads investment rounds.
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