Emerging Ventures
Venture capitalLos Angeles · Pre-Seed–Series A · 2 people tracked
Investment thesis
Early-stage B2B tech investor (checks $100k–$500k) targeting capital-efficient startups with clear traction likely to raise institutional rounds in 12–24 months, with an 80/20 current-tech/deep-tech split and Mandel’s risk-modeling expertise.
Team · 2 people
from the firm's websiteDavid Mandel brands himself an emerging-tech super angel outside Silicon Valley, known for hands-on seed investing in 500–800+ early-stage tech startups and for building, operating, and exiting four businesses.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Emerging Ventures invest at?
- Emerging Ventures invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
- What is Emerging Ventures's typical check size?
- Emerging Ventures typically writes checks of $100K – $250K.
- What sectors does Emerging Ventures focus on?
- Emerging Ventures focuses on AgTech, AI & Machine Learning, Data & Infrastructure, Deep Tech, FoodTech, Hardware, SaaS.
- Where is Emerging Ventures located?
- Emerging Ventures is headquartered in Los Angeles, US.
- Does Emerging Ventures lead rounds?
- Emerging Ventures typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
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