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BootstrapLabs

Venture capital

Silicon Valley · Seed–Growth · 6 people tracked

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Investment thesis

BootstrapLabs invests in visionary founders applying artificial intelligence to solve critical market opportunities. The firm believes AI will impact every sector and create approximately $87 trillion in market capitalization by 2037. With early adoption of an AI-first strategy beginning in 2015, the firm has developed proprietary insights to capitalize on what it views as the largest value-creation opportunity in modern times. Primary investment focus areas include productivity and future of work, mobility, health, financial infrastructure, digital infrastructure, and climate & energy solutions enabled by applied AI.

Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.

Stage
Seed–Growth
HQ
Silicon Valley, US
Leads rounds
Leads
Founded
2008
AUM
$458.8B

Team · 6 people

from the firm's website
Benjamin Levy· Partner, Co-Head of Venture Capital and AI & Innovation Groups
Nicolai Wadstrom· Partner, Co-Head of Ares Venture Capital and AI & Innovation Groups
Erik Starck· Managing Director
Fabio Ficano· Managing Director
Mark Mavroudis· Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer, Ares Venture Capital and AI & Innovation Groups
Sam Rawstorne· Managing Director

Frequently asked questions

What stage does BootstrapLabs invest at?
BootstrapLabs invests at the Seed, Growth stages.
What sectors does BootstrapLabs focus on?
BootstrapLabs focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Climate Tech, Cloud Computing, Digital Health, Energy, Fintech, Future of Work, Mobility & Transportation.
Where is BootstrapLabs located?
BootstrapLabs is headquartered in Silicon Valley, US.
Does BootstrapLabs lead rounds?
Yes, BootstrapLabs leads investment rounds.

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