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Fusion

Venture capital

Palo Alto Β· Pre-Seed–Series A Β· 20 people tracked

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Investment thesis

Fusion Fund backs early-stage startups with technical or data advantages in healthcare, enterprise AI, and industrial technology. The firm's team comprises former technical operators with hands-on experience building and exiting companies. Beyond capital, the firm provides operational support through its CXO Network of 44 C-suite executives from Global 1000 companies and major institutions, facilitating customer connections, partnerships, and revenue opportunities for portfolio companies.

Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.

Stage
Pre-Seed–Series A
HQ
Palo Alto, US
Instruments
Equity
Founded
2015
Tracked investments
88

Team Β· 20 people

from the firm's website
Lu ZhangΒ· Founder and Managing Partner
David GersterΒ· Investment Partner
Ivneet BhullarΒ· Investment Partner
Shane WallΒ· Partner & President of CXO Network
Ryan JB TaylorΒ· Principal
Amit SrivastavΒ· Venture Partner
Nitin MathurΒ· Venture Partner
Rohini KosogluΒ· Venture Partner
Sanjeev KumarΒ· Venture Partner
Trevor MottlΒ· Venture Partner
Ada AIΒ· Senior Analyst
Auguste FagniezΒ· Senior Associate
Charlotte XiaΒ· Senior Associate
Lan WuΒ· Analyst
Matthew WongΒ· Analyst
Sherwin KuoΒ· Investor
Theresa TongΒ· Operations Manager
Vashegaarie SundarΒ· Investor Relations Associate
Venus PawfolioΒ· Manager
Zhenan BaoΒ· Advisory Partner

What they invest in

from 36 of 88 portfolio companies

AI & Machine Learning Γ—23Enterprise Software Γ—15Deep Tech Γ—8SaaS Γ—8Medical Devices Γ—7Biotech Γ—6Cybersecurity Γ—4Developer Tools Γ—4

HQs:United StatesΓ—18

Investments Β· showing 60 of 88

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Accernaccern.com
Agilerlagilerl.comin
Atgatg.science
Birdiebirdie.aiin
Bodobodo.ai
Bright Securitybrightsec.com

Bright Security develops an AI-powered application security platform that automates detection, remediation, and validation of security vulnerabilities integrated into the software development lifecycle. The platform targets development and AppSec teams seeking to accelerate secure software delivery.

AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityDeveloper ToolsSaaS

CapConnect+capconnectplus.com

CapConnect+ operates a digital platform that simplifies fixed income issuance and investing by connecting issuers, dealers, and investors for commercial paper and bonds. The platform enables issuers to optimize pricing and funding costs while allowing fixed income investors to purchase corporate paper directly with customized maturity dates.

Enterprise SoftwareFintechSaaSRedwood City, US

Codesparkcodespark.com𝕏
Constructorconstructor.ioin𝕏

Constructor provides an AI platform for product discovery and personalized shopping experiences across ecommerce touchpoints including search, browse, recommendations, and shopping agents. The platform serves retailers and ecommerce businesses seeking to increase conversion rates through behavioral data and reasoning-based result ranking.

AI & Machine LearningE-commerceRetail Tech

Constructorconstructor.comin𝕏

Constructor provides AI-powered product search and discovery software for ecommerce retailers. The platform combines search engine technology with behavioral tracking, machine learning, and data analytics in a SaaS solution.

AI & Machine LearningE-commerceSaaS

Eli Finkelshteyn(Founder)Dan McCormick(Founder, former CTO at Shutterstock)

Cosmcosm.carein
Cuseumcuseum.comin

Cuseum builds digital engagement and membership platforms for museums, cultural attractions, and nonprofits, including augmented reality experiences and mobile visitor apps. The company serves cultural institutions seeking to deepen visitor engagement and build member relationships through technology.

ConsumerMarketing TechMedia & EntertainmentSaaSBoston, US

Brendan Ciecko(Founder & CEO)

Direktivdirektiv.io
DreamCraft Entertainment, Inc.dreamcraft.comin𝕏

DreamCraft is a game development platform that simplifies game creation through a built-in editor and asset library, enabling individual creators without programming or art skills to develop and monetize games. The platform targets hobbyists and modders seeking to build games with significantly less complexity than traditional game engines.

ConsumerCreator EconomyDeveloper ToolsGamingSan Francisco, US

Tianyin Zhang(Founder/CEO)inVeronica Yao(Founder/COO)

Element Biosciences
Elementbioscienceselementbiosciences.comin𝕏

Element Biosciences develops high-quality DNA sequencing and multiomics platforms for genomic research and discovery. The VITARI platform integrates spatial, single-cell multiomics, and sequencing capabilities to enable researchers to profile complex biological systems without library preparation.

BiotechDeep TechMedical Devices

<UNKNOWN>

Exit Hybrid Cloud Storagenvidia.comin𝕏

NVIDIA designs and manufactures GPU processors and accelerated computing platforms that power artificial intelligence, deep learning, and high-performance computing applications. The company serves enterprise, research, and developer customers across industries building AI and machine learning systems.

AI & Machine LearningHardwareSemiconductorsSanta Clara, US

Faster, Smarter AI Infrastructure Eridueridu.ai

Eridu develops networking infrastructure optimized for artificial intelligence workloads. The company designs networking solutions to address the demands of AI systems that exceed the capabilities of existing infrastructure.

AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingDeep TechHardwareSaratoga, US

Drew Perkins(CEO and founder)

GrubMarket
I am an Investor ​calendly.comin𝕏

Calendly is a scheduling platform that integrates with Microsoft Teams to automatically generate and include Teams video conferencing links in calendar events.

Enterprise SoftwareFuture of WorkSaaS

Tope Awotona(Founder)

Iamroboticsiamrobotics.comin𝕏
Inferenceinference.ai
Koopkoop.ai

Koop provides insurance solutions designed to protect technology-based companies and services from operational risks including system failures and outages.

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareInsurTech

L.thisisl.comin𝕏

A nonprofit organization that provides funding to community-based organizations globally to increase access to period care products and menstrual health education.

ConsumerFemTechHealthtechImpact & Social GoodSan Francisco, US

Talia Frenkel(Founder/CEO)in

Lightrickslightricks.comin𝕏

Lightricks develops AI video generation models and a creative platform (LTX Studio) that enable creators to produce high-quality videos efficiently on consumer hardware. The company serves content creators and small businesses with generative AI tools for video editing and storytelling.

AI & Machine LearningCreator EconomyEnterprise SoftwareMedia & Entertainment

Zeev Farbman(Co-founder and CEO)

Loft Labs
Medra AImedra.aiin𝕏

Medra builds robotic systems integrated with AI, computer vision, and natural language processing to automate data collection for life science research. The company serves biotech and academic research labs seeking high-precision, large-scale experimental data collection.

AI & Machine LearningBiotechDeep TechRobotics

Memoriesmemories.ai
Missionbiomissionbio.comin

Mission Bio develops single-cell biology tools and platforms for researchers and clinicians to enable precision medicine discovery and cancer treatment. The company serves the biomedical research and clinical diagnostics market.

BiotechDeep TechDigital HealthMedical Devices

Mojo Visionmojo.vision

Mojo develops a micro-LED platform technology for AI infrastructure and next-generation displays. The company focuses on micro-LED as a foundational platform for advanced computing and visualization systems.

AI & Machine LearningDeep TechHardware

Neuroharmonicsneuroharmonics.com
Nexanexa.aiin
Nexusflownexusflow.ai

Generative AI solution unlocking potential of security products and supercharging operations

Nimblescinimblesci.comin
Niobiummicrosystemsniobiummicrosystems.com

Niobium develops a platform for encrypted computation using fully homomorphic encryption (FHE) that processes data while keeping it encrypted throughout its lifecycle. The platform targets developers and enterprises seeking to build privacy-preserving applications without decrypting sensitive data.

AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingCybersecurity

NuCypher (aka Threshold Network)threshold.networkin𝕏

Threshold Network is a decentralized protocol that enables Bitcoin to be used across multiple blockchain networks and financial markets through its tBTC token, facilitating lending, staking, trading, and yield-generation activities.

Crypto & Web3Enterprise SoftwareFintechAustin, US

MacLane Wilkison(Founder/CEO)in

Nviewmednviewmed.comin
Optimal Dynamicsoptimaldynamics.comin𝕏

Optimal Dynamics develops a Transportation Decision System that uses advanced analytics and AI to optimize operations and automate decision-making for enterprise trucking companies and carriers. The platform helps customers improve revenue, reduce manual tasks, and optimize logistics networks.

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareLogistics & Supply ChainPrinceton, US

Daniel Powell(Co-founder and CEO)inWarren Powell(Co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer)in

Otooto.ai
Otterotter.aiin𝕏

Otter.ai is an AI-powered meeting assistant that records, transcribes, and summarizes conversations in real time across multiple languages, automatically capturing decisions and action items. The platform serves teams and enterprises seeking to automate meeting documentation and knowledge management through integrations with productivity and CRM tools.

AI & Machine LearningFuture of WorkSaaS

Sam Liang(Founder & CEO)in

OverT Bioovert.bio

Overt Bio develops cell therapies that link genes to immune functions using genome-scale discovery platforms. The company builds programmable immunotherapies targeting cancer patients.

AI & Machine LearningBiotechMedical Devices

Dr. Legut(Co-Founder and CEO)Dr. Sanjana(Co-Founder)

Palonapalona.ai
Paperspacepaperspace.comin𝕏

Gradient Health builds an open research platform for medical imaging that enables developers to create and validate machine learning algorithms for radiology workflows. The platform provides secure access to production-scenario medical datasets and integrates with PACS vendors to support clinical imaging research.

AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingDeveloper ToolsDigital HealthEnterprise SoftwareMedical DevicesNew York City, US

Dillon Erb(Founder/CEO)inDaniel Kobran(Founder)inOuwen Huang(CEO)

Paradromics
Pheironpheiron.com
Plexussplexuss.comin𝕏

Recruitment and application automation platform connecting international students to US universities and American students abroad.

Pointablepointable.ai
Popular Payspopularpays.comin𝕏

Popular Pays is an influencer marketing and creator management platform that connects brands with creators for campaign development and execution. The company serves brands seeking to collaborate with content creators aligned with their values.

Creator EconomyEnterprise SoftwareMarketing TechSaaSChicago, US

Corbett Drummey(Founder/CEO)inSteven Wanderski(Founder/Full Stack Web Developer)in

Portal26portal26.aiin
Prosciaproscia.com

Proscia provides a digital pathology software platform that converts glass microscope slides into high-resolution digital images for viewing, management, and analysis by pathologists and research teams. The platform enables clinical laboratories and life sciences organizations to improve workflow efficiency, support remote collaboration, and integrate artificial intelligence tools for quantitative tissue analysis and biomarker detection.

AI & Machine LearningBiotechHealthtechMedical Devices<UNKNOWN>

Qoniqqoniq.comin
Reality Defenderrealitydefender.comin𝕏

Reality Defender develops an AI platform for detecting deepfakes and synthetic media, serving enterprise organizations to prevent fraud and impersonation. The company offers multimodal detection capabilities through an API and SDK for developers.

AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityDefense TechEnterprise SoftwareNew York City, US

Ben Colman(Co-Founder and CEO)inGaurav Bharaj(Co-founder)

Rhinohealthrhinohealth.comin

Rhino provides a federated computing platform that connects decentralized data sources for AI analytics and learning while maintaining data security and privacy. The platform enables organizations to collaborate on data insights without transferring raw data, particularly for regulated environments.

AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureEnterprise Software

Rubyrubybio.com
Safehubsafehub.io

SafeHub provides building-specific, real-time data to help minimize risk during disasters, serving the structural engineering and risk management sectors.

Climate TechConstruction TechInsurTechIoT

Andy Thompson(Co-founder)

Board seats Β· per SEC filings Β· 3

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CapConnectPlus Inc.SEC filing

$8M raise Β· filed Jun 2026 Β· via Trevor Mottl

Volur, Inc.SEC filing

$4.9M raise Β· filed Mar 2025 Β· via David von Zeppelin Gerster

Rhino HealthTech, Inc.SEC filing

$3M raise Β· filed Aug 2024 Β· via Ivneet Bhullar

Inferred from directors named on each company's SEC Form D β€” public regulatory data, not a portfolio list published by the firm.

Frequently asked questions

What stage does Fusion invest at?
Fusion invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
What sectors does Fusion focus on?
Fusion focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Deep Tech, Enterprise Software, Healthtech.
Where is Fusion located?
Fusion is headquartered in Palo Alto, US.

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