Boost VC
Venture capitalActively deployingSan Mateo · Pre-Seed–Seed · 9 people tracked
Also known as Boost VC Accelerator · Boost VC Crypto · Boost VC Deep Tech · BOOST VC MANAGEMENT COMPANY, LLC
Investment thesis
Boost VC focuses on being the earliest institutional backer of founders tackling ambitious, science-driven and frontier technology problems. The firm emphasizes investing 'first' in areas such as aerospace, robotics, biotech and crypto, supporting founders from the earliest stages. Its team combines scientific, operational and financial expertise to help portfolio companies build and raise follow-on capital, providing hands-on post-investment support and community building for founders working on hard, deep-tech challenges.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 25, 2026.
Team · 9 people
from the firm's website & public directories
Founder mafia
3 people who came through Boost VC went on to found or lead other companies.
What they invest in
from 27 of 29 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×11SaaS ×6Deep Tech ×5Fintech ×5Cleantech ×4Consumer ×4Enterprise Software ×4Gaming ×4
HQs:United States×15India×2Argentina×1Switzerland×1United Kingdom×1Sweden×1
Investments · 29 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2026 · 22025 · 32023 · 12021 · 17 dated
Foundational Bio is building an AI-native, fully automated laboratory ("self-driving lab") that replaces manual workflows to increase the speed and reliability of life-science experimentation.
AI & Machine LearningBiotechRobotics
Co-investorsHartmann CapitalDraper B1SOSV
Octane AI builds AI-powered tools that help ecommerce brands create personalized shopping experiences.
AI & Machine LearningE-commerceMarketing TechIrvine, US
Matthew Schlicht(Executive Officer, Director)Leif K-Brooks(Cofounder)Ben Parr(Founder)inBenjamin Parr(Executive Officer, Director)
Board seatBrayton Williams· per SEC Form D · $5M raise · filed Jun 2021
Co-investorsBullpen CapitalJavelin Venture PartnersMaC Venture CapitalNelstone Ventures
Agnostiq (now part of DataRobot) provides an agent workforce platform for building, operating, and governing enterprise AI agents, including tools like Covalent for orchestrating compute to deploy agents across edge, cloud, or on-prem environments.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingEnterprise Software
Co-investorsCreative Destruction Lab (CDL)Differential VenturesGreen Egg VenturesScout VenturesScout VenturesTensility Venture Partners
Crypto commerce platform for real-world spending
Fintech
Sergej K.(Founder)inPatric StillerSergej Kotliar
Co-investors3Comma Capital500 GlobalDraper AssociatesFulgur Ventures
Blue Ocean Gear makes connected smart buoys that provide real-time GPS location, movement tracking, and local condition data for deployed fishing and aquaculture gear, transmitting via satellite and radio to a vessel, mobile app, or cloud.
AgTechHardwareIoT
Co-investorsBrighter CapitalCreative Destruction Lab (CDL)Good Growth CapitalConservation International VenturesGratitude RailroadLocus Ventures+1 more
Cascade Biocatalysts develops engineered biocatalysts designed to be more cost efficient, reusable, and longer-lasting with a wider operating window and higher output.
BiotechCleantechDeep TechNew MaterialsDenver, US
Alexander Rosay(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)James Weltz(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Alex Rosay(Founder)in
BoardJared Campbell(Director)
Co-investorsCool Climate CollectiveRange VCSpacecadet VenturesAmplify.LATen VC
Castle is a platform for creating, playing, and sharing games built by a community of creators.
ConsumerCreator EconomyGaming
Co-investorsHaystackRed Swan VenturesScript CapitalWinklevoss Capital
Reddy Book is an online sports betting and live gaming platform offering cricket, football, and casino games with real-time odds and account management tools.
GamingMarketplacesPropTechDetroit, US
Max Nussenbaum(Founder/CEO)inTim Dingman(Founder/COO)inScott Lowe(Founder/CTO)in
Co-investorsY CombinatorWinklevoss Capital
Castle builds trust infrastructure for the modern internet, helping organizations detect and prevent fraud and account takeover attacks.
CybersecurityDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareSaaSSan Francisco, US
Johan Brissmyr(Founder/CEO)inSebastian Wallin(Founder/CTO)in
BoardShardul Shahin
Co-investorsIndex VenturesY CombinatorFirst Round CapitalF-Prime CapitalWalking VenturesSparkLabs Global Ventures+1 more
Credshields provides AI-driven security audits and threat prevention services for blockchain protocols and enterprise infrastructure.
AI & Machine LearningCrypto & Web3CybersecurityEnterprise SoftwareFintechSaaS
Shashank .(Founder)inIndranil Roy(Founder)in
Co-investorsDraper Associates
Dognosis builds "olfaction AI" that pairs trained biomedical detection dogs with a non-invasive canine brain-computer interface and machine learning to identify disease-associated volatile organic compounds in breath samples.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechHealthtech
Akash Kulgod(Founder)inItamar(Co-founder)Itamar Bitan(Founder)in
Co-investorsDraper AssociatesDeep Checks
Drapr provides virtual try-on technology for clothing that enables shoppers to preview apparel online and helps brands increase their digital sales.
ConsumerE-commerceSaaSSan Francisco, US
David Pastewka(Founder)in
Co-investorsCabra VCNeer Venture PartnersSmart Partnership CapitalY Combinator
Denver, US
Eileen Douglass(Chief People Officer)Daniel Kahn(Chief Operating Officer)Siobhan Maio(Chief Revenue Officer)Brittany Albrinck(Chief Financial Officer)
BoardJohn (Christopher) Teets(Director)Robert Swanson(Director)
Co-investorsAndreessen Horowitz
Intrinsic Power develops AI-optimized power management hardware and software for data centers, unlocking 40% additional capacity by coordinating power flows across servers, cooling, backup systems, and renewable generation.
AI & Machine LearningCleantechData & InfrastructureDeep TechEnergyWellness & FitnessLos Angeles, US
Broc TenHouten(Founder)in
Co-investorsTechstarsPlug and Play Ventures
Kite and Lightning is a content and portfolio site focused on augmented reality, virtual reality, and extended reality technologies across applications including retail, education, gaming, and consumer experiences.
Deep Tech
Co-investorsComcast VenturesCourtside Ventures
Matta develops hardware, software, and industrial AI that unify factory vision, sensor data, and AI agents into a single queryable record of production for manufacturers focused on quality.
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningHardwareLondon, GB
Douglas Brion(Founder)inSebastian Pattinson
Co-investorsGiant Ventures Global LlpUnruly CapitalFinTech CollectiveLakestar
Matta is a B2B sourcing platform for chemicals and raw materials, letting industrial buyers search, compare, sample, quote, and purchase from vetted suppliers.
B2B MarketplacesLogistics & Supply ChainNew Materials
Co-investorsCRE Venture CapitalOui CapitalTofino CapitalDFS LabInMotion VenturesLakestar+1 more
A mobile game developer that creates games for smartphone and tablet platforms, consistently achieving high revenue rankings in the mobile gaming market.
ConsumerGamingSan Francisco, US
Josh Buckley(Founder/CEO)in
Co-investorsKima VenturesLuminari CapitalStandard CryptoY CombinatorAndreessen HorowitzSparkLabs Global Ventures
nunu.ai develops multi-modal AI agents designed to test, play, and simulate games for quality assurance and live player cooperation.
AI & Machine LearningConsumerGamingZH, CH
Jan Schnyder(Founder)inKyrill Hux(Founder)inNicolas Muntwyler(Founder)in
Co-investorsHartmann CapitalTIRTA VenturesY CombinatorA16Z Speedrun
nyad.ai develops AI-powered microscopy image analysis for wastewater treatment operators, using computer vision and deep learning to classify organisms and floc characteristics in activated sludge and provide real-time corrective action recommendations.
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningCleantechBirmingham, US
Virginia Szepietowski(Founder & CEO)in
Co-investorsHalogen Ventures Management Company LlcTechstarsDraper AssociatesFirst Avenue Ventures
Payman deploys AI agents that handle money and banking operations for financial institutions.
AI & Machine LearningFintechSaaSDurango, US
Tyllen Bicakcic(CEO)
BoardPrashanth Pillareddy(Director)
Co-investorsAmbush CapitalCoinbase VenturesLoup VenturesMirana Ventures
Radiant Nuclear develops Kaleidos, a portable nuclear microreactor designed to replace diesel generators for remote locations and provide resilient backup power to hospitals, datacenters, and military installations.
Deep TechEnergyHardwareEl Segundo, US
Doug Bernauer(Founder & CEO)
Co-investorsAcequia Capital (AceCap)Andreessen HorowitzBeyond CapitalCantos VenturesCarbonCrosscut Ventures+14 more
Radiant Industries develops Kaleidos, a portable, factory-built nuclear microreactor intended to replace diesel generators.
EnergyEl Segundo, US
Douglas Bernauer(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Robert Urberger(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)
BoardDavid Ulevitch(Director)inRachel Slaybaugh(Director)Stephen Burns(Director)
Co-investorsManhattan Venture PartnersAndreessen HorowitzDCVC (Data Collective)Draper AssociatesStepstone Group
Ripio is a cryptocurrency infrastructure and liquidity provider serving Latin America, offering services across DeFi, gaming, and DAOs.
Crypto & Web3Fintech
Sebastian Serrano(Founder)in
Co-investorsDigital Currency GroupFenbushi CapitalFundersClubNXTPPantera CapitalSPiCE VC+1 more
Solideon is a manufacturing platform specializing in bespoke aerospace vehicle production, including custom-designed aircraft and components.
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningCleantechHardwareRoboticsSpace TechDenver, US
Oluseun Taiwo(Founder & CEO)inJoel Ilfill(CTO)
Co-investorsACADEMY INVESTORCentre Street PartnersDellin InvestmentsMD One VenturesTechstarsVibe Capital+5 more
Utility Profit is a utility setup platform for property managers that automates tenant utility connections and generates referral revenue when tenants activate services through integrated partnerships with utility providers.
B2B MarketplacesPropTechSaaS
Co-investorsNextGen Venture PartnersDraper AssociatesFounders FundGigafund
Sunsama is a daily planning and task management tool that integrates with Microsoft Teams, allowing users to convert messages into tasks, share daily plans with teammates, and post progress updates.
Enterprise SoftwareFuture of WorkSaaSKailua, US
Travis Meyer(Founder)inAshutosh Priyadarshy(Founder)in
Co-investorsAltaIR CapitalFrontier VenturesGlobevestorLaunchCapitalY Combinator
Unocoin is a cryptocurrency exchange and trading platform based in India that enables users to buy, sell, and trade Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.
Crypto & Web3FintechIndia, IN
Abhinand Kaseti(Founder)inHarish Bv(Founder)in
Co-investorsDigital Currency GroupDigital Finance GroupDraper AssociatesFundersClubFuture Perfect Ventures2020 Ventures+3 more
Web3 domain company; raised a $65M Series A.
Las Vegas, US
Matthew Gould(Executive Officer, Director)Braden Pezeshki(Founder)in
Co-investorsDivergenceDraper AssociatesPantera CapitalRed Beard VenturesSound Media VenturesTokoin+3 more
Rows marked “SEC filing” are inferred from directors named on the company's SEC Form D — public regulatory data, not a portfolio list published by the firm.
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesIntrinsic · seekingalpha.com · Aug 17, 2026
Intrinsic Power · pulse2.com · Jul 19, 2026
CredShields · ambcrypto.com · Jul 15, 2026
Castle · research.castlelabs.io · Jul 14, 2026
Castle · research.castlelabs.io · Jul 14, 2026
Castle · research.castlelabs.io · Jul 14, 2026
Dognosis · hindustantimes.com · Jun 30, 2026
Radiant Industries · datacenterdynamics.com · May 7, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Boost VC invest at?
- Boost VC invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What is Boost VC's typical check size?
- Boost VC typically writes checks of $500K.
- What sectors does Boost VC focus on?
- Boost VC focuses on Biotech, Crypto & Web3, Deep Tech, Energy, Robotics, Sector Agnostic, Space Tech.
- Where is Boost VC located?
- Boost VC is headquartered in San Mateo, US.
- Does Boost VC lead rounds?
- Yes, Boost VC leads investment rounds.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
featuring the teamInvestor Connect – Episode 79 - Adam Draper of Boost VC
Hall Martin · Adam Draper
The AI/XR Podcast April 18th, 2025 ft. Adam Draper, Boost VC
The AIXR Podcast · Adam Draper
First Check, with Adam Draper (Founder of Boost VC)
Arkaea Media Group · Adam Draper
There's no outsmarting hard work - Adam Draper (Boost VC)
Sharath Kuruganty · Adam Draper
Investing in the Metaverse with Adam Draper from Boost VC | Ep. 121
Unstoppable Domains · Adam Draper
Vonheim #128 | Adam Draper | Boost VC, Curry #30, Coinbase, Ocean VS Space Aquaculture, VR & Life
Christopher Vonheim · Adam Draper
Co-investors · 56
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Founders Fund is a venture capital firm that backs technology companies building transformative products.
DCVC (Data Collective) is a deep tech venture capital firm that backs entrepreneurs using computational approaches to solve large-scale real-world problems across many industries.
Plug and Play is an innovation platform that connects corporations, governments, startups, investors, and universities to drive innovation.
Union Square Ventures is a venture capital firm based in New York City that invests at the edge of large markets undergoing transformation from technological and societal pressures.
Winklevoss Capital is an investment firm that backs founders working on hard problems in critical, frontier technology domains.
Acequia Capital is an early-stage investment platform supporting technical founders and product teams building global technology businesses.
Friends & Family Capital is a Silicon Valley-based venture capital firm founded by Colin Anderson, former CFO of Palantir, and John Fogelsong, a second-generation venture capitalist. The firm partners with founders and CFOs by providing deep operational expertise, hands-on support, and strategic advice focused on three key areas: building finance teams, optimizing operations, and supporting capital raising.
Sequoia Capital is a venture capital firm that partners with founders to build technology companies.
Craft Ventures is a venture capital firm run by a team of former founders, operators, and investors who partner closely with founders to help build and scale technology companies.
Bessemer Venture Partners is a global venture capital firm that partners with entrepreneurs across enterprise, consumer, and healthcare sectors from early stages through growth.
Alumni Ventures (AV) is a venture capital firm that co-invests alongside lead VCs in startups, backing founders with capital and access to a large investor and operator community.
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Founder CollectiveSV AngelBoxGroupEverywhere VenturesCoatue ManagementKrakenAtomicoGreat Oaks Venture CapitalFirstMark CapitalOffline VenturesNextView VenturesOak HC/FTLux CapitalHeadlineCota CapitalBuckley Ventures Management Company LlcBase10 PartnersPear VC2048 VenturesLightbankGeneral PartnershipOperator CollectiveSaga VenturesZetta Venture PartnersHigh AlphaOMERS VenturesShrug CapitalCP VenturesSamsung NextMerus CapitalLife BiosciencesBacked8090 IndustriesArkitekt VenturesVariant FundPatronAt One VenturesChampion Hill VenturesQuest Venture PartnersAster CapitalArgonautic VenturesHiro CapitalTectonic CapitalPrinceville Capital
Firms observed investing alongside Boost VC, from public investor directories. Shared companies are the overlap with Boost VC's recorded portfolio.
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