Interlock Capital
Angel networkSan Diego Β· 101 people tracked
Investment thesis
An angel investor network that pools capital from individual venture partners to deploy across deals, allowing members to invest at their own pace and build diversified portfolios.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 5, 2026.
Team Β· 101 people
from the firm's website & public directories
Founder mafia
2 people who came through Interlock Capital went on to found or lead other companies.
What they invest in
from 30 of 33 portfolio companiesSaaS Γ10AI & Machine Learning Γ6Consumer Γ5E-commerce Γ4Enterprise Software Γ4Fintech Γ4Cleantech Γ3Deep Tech Γ3
HQs:United StatesΓ15
Investments Β· 33 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2023 Β· 12020 Β· 12019 Β· 13 dated
Acquire.com is an online marketplace for buying and selling profitable online businesses, including SaaS, ecommerce, agencies, content sites, newsletters, mobile apps, and crypto businesses.
B2B MarketplacesMarketplacesSaaS
Andrew Gazdecki(Founder)in
Co-investorsCoalition OperatorsEvolution VC PartnersInterplay Ventures Early Stage Management LlcRibbit Capital
BlueNalu produces cell-cultivated seafood, starting with bluefin tuna (toro), as an alternative to wild-caught fish.
BiotechFoodTechSan Diego, US
Lauran Madden(Founder)in
Co-investors91 VenturesAgronomicsAlwyn CapitalAurum Venture PartnersBay Bridge Ventures ClimateBloom8+7 more
Cabana Pools provides residential pool maintenance services including weekly cleaning, chemical balancing, filter cleaning, and equipment repair, with documented proof of each service visit.
Consumer
Co-investorsHomebrewZypsy Capital
College Contact provides a network of 300+ certified near-peer college and career coaches who advise students through virtual calls and messaging on a supervised platform.
EdTechCharlottesville, US
Sophie English Smith(Founder)inLeah K. Guesman(Executive Officer, Promoter)Sophie E. Smith(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)
Co-investorsTechstars
Copia is wealth management software for sophisticated investors, family offices, multi-family offices, and institutions, designed to handle complex portfolios and multiple asset classes.
Enterprise SoftwareFintechSaaS
Co-investorsLongley CapitalVictorum
EarthGrid uses patented plasma-powered boring machines to tunnel and excavate through hard rock via thermal spallation, without drilling chemicals, at lower cost and faster speeds than traditional methods.
CleantechDeep TechEnergy
Co-investorsAurum Venture PartnersBand of AngelsBoston Harbor AngelsD3VCHBS Angels of BostonKeiretsu Forum+5 more
EVmatch provides managed EV charging solutions for multi-family properties, businesses, and vacation rentals, along with a mobile app that lets drivers find, reserve, and pay for charging on its nationwide network.
CleantechEnergyMobility & Transportation
EyePop.ai provides computer vision and AI-based analytics tools that help businesses derive actionable insights from visual data.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareSaaS
Co-investorsInnosphere VenturesNew Leaf Invest
Flow develops a geospatial AI platform that optimizes transportation networks by processing real-time roadway data to improve traffic flow, reduce congestion, and enhance safety for drivers, fleet operators, and transportation agencies.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareMobility & TransportationOakland, US
Jatish Patel(Founder)
Co-investorsAvilaResolute VenturesToba Capital
Forecastr provides financial planning and CFO services to early-stage founders and startups, helping them prepare for funding rounds and manage company growth.
Enterprise SoftwareFintechSaaSLouisville, US
Steven Plappert(Founder)Logan Burchett(Founder)Jonathan Frazier(Founder)Steven Ambs(Founder)
BoardRobert Penta(Director)Daniel Einhorn(Director)in
Co-investorsCapital Midwest FundChartline Capital PartnersConnetic VenturesConvergeElevate VenturesRender Capital+6 more
Gemist provides embeddable software tools for fine jewelry brands, including a custom jewelry design builder, ring-stacking visualizer, live diamond/gemstone marketplace, and on-model photorealistic renders.
E-commerceRetail TechSaaS
Co-investorsHawke VenturesTribes Ventures
Impossible Foods produces plant-based meat alternatives, including beef, pork, chicken, and sausage products designed to replicate the taste, nutrition, and cooking properties of conventional animal meat.
ConsumerFoodTechHealthtechRedwood City, US
Pat Brown(Founder & CEO)David Lee(Executive Officer)Peter McGuinnessin
BoardBart Swanson(Director)inSamir Kaul(Director)inTai Ronnen(Director)
Co-investorsAllied Venture PartnersBlue Horizon CorporationCollaborative FundCPT CapitalDesigner FundFourward Ventures+15 more
Kast is building tools for community engagement and is joining the Amaze family.
ConsumerSocial
LendAPI provides a platform for building and launching fintech products, handling compliance, onboarding, fraud detection, and credit risk management.
AI & Machine LearningFintechSaaSOrange, US
Co-investorsTechstarsPlug and Play VenturesCohen CircleGreat North VenturesAlleyCorp
Luna Diabetes builds an automated insulin delivery system for people with diabetes who use insulin pens (MDI) rather than traditional insulin pumps.
Digital HealthHealthtechMedical Devices
Co-investorsSerpentine VenturesWinklevoss CapitalVensana Capital
Mercato is an online grocery marketplace that connects shoppers with locally-owned, independent grocers, butchers, and bakeries for delivery or in-store pickup.
E-commerceFoodTechMarketplacesNew York, US
Robert J. Brannigan, Jr.(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Bobby Brannigan(Founder)
Co-investorsBrighter CapitalFlucas VenturesGreycroftLoeb.nycOssian CapitalVelvet Sea Ventures
Natilus develops next-generation blended wing body aircraft for commercial cargo and passenger operations, designed to improve fuel efficiency, reduce emissions, and increase payload capacity.
Advanced ManufacturingCleantechSan Diego, US
Aleksey Matyushev(Founder)in
Co-investorsAurum Venture PartnersBeni Venture CapitalCapital FactoryFlucas VenturesNew Climate VenturesOutpost Capital+5 more
Omnitron Sensors develops 3D-designed MEMS micromachines aimed at improving performance, precision, and reliability over conventional microelectromechanical systems.
Deep TechHardwareSemiconductors
Co-investorsEmerging VenturesLombardstreet Ventures
Orchyd publishes product review roundups and buying guides for wellness, health, and ergonomic consumer products, such as acupressure pillows, supplements, posture correctors, and standing desks.
ConsumerMedia & EntertainmentWellness & Fitness
RetroRate is an intelligence platform that helps real estate agents find, analyze, and market homes with assumable loans, using an AI-powered loan scoring and comparison tool plus API and MLS integrations.
AI & Machine LearningFintechPropTechSan Diego, US
Tom Hartwell(Founder)inAndy Taylor(Founder)
Co-investorsSwift VenturesEniac Ventures
A review site that evaluates and rates offshore online sportsbooks for US bettors, assessing factors such as licensing, betting odds, sports coverage, bonuses, payment methods, and customer support.
Media & Entertainment
ShipCalm is a third-party logistics (3PL) provider offering order fulfillment, kitting, custom packaging, and light assembly, along with APIs and system integrations for ecommerce and consumer product businesses.
E-commerceLogistics & Supply ChainSaaS
Co-investorsMontage Capital
Site Bionics develops technology to enhance human experience by integrating physical-world tools with technology, allowing users to focus on human interactions.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingDeep TechDeveloper ToolsHardwareIoTRetail TechSan Diego, US
Adam Blair(Executive Officer, Director)inDon Gillett(Executive Officer, Director)in
Co-investorsTechstarsPlug and Play Ventures
Sixty offers an AI assistant that manages routine communication and scheduling tasks such as clearing inboxes, arranging meetings, drafting agendas, and preparing briefings.
AI & Machine LearningFuture of WorkSaaS
Co-investors468 Capital
The Futures App is an all-in-one platform for youth sports organizations and coaches to train players (performance tracking, video analysis, drill libraries, strength and conditioning programs), manage facilities and bookings, collect payments and registrations, communicate with teams, and host a website.
SaaSSports Tech
Co-investorsEntrada Ventures
VERITY manufactures reusable and recyclable beauty packaging using precision engineering and circular material selection.
Advanced ManufacturingCircular EconomyNew Materials
Co-investorsAd Astra Ventures
Vessel Health offers at-home urine testing and health monitoring solutions designed to help users track and improve their wellness.
Digital HealthHealthtechWellness & FitnessSan Diego, US
Jon Carder(Executive Officer, Director)
BoardJared Stein(Director)
Co-investorsMoore Venture PartnersNoeticCity Light
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesAcquire Β· pulse2.com Β· Aug 5, 2026
Impossible Foods Β· forgeglobal.com Β· Jun 25, 2026
Forecastr Β· bizjournals.com Β· May 19, 2026
Mercato Β· siliconindia.com Β· Mar 28, 2026
LendAPI Β· finovate.com Β· Sep 15, 2025
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Interlock Capital made?
- Interlock Capital has 33 tracked investments.
- What is Interlock Capital's typical check size?
- Interlock Capital typically writes checks of $25K β $50K.
- Where is Interlock Capital located?
- Interlock Capital is headquartered in San Diego, US.
- Who does Interlock Capital co-invest with?
- Interlock Capital most often shares deals with Techstars, Aurum Venture Partners, Manta Ray Ventures, among 84 tracked co-investors.
Media Β· Podcasts & interviews
featuring the teamββNeal Bloom of Interlock Capital on the Importance of Community and Raising Fund I
The Capital Stack Podcast Β· Neal Bloom
FI San Diego 2021 Graduation, with keynote speaker Neal Bloom of Interlock Capital
Founder Institute Β· Neal Bloom
How to Pitch to Investors with Interlock Capital CEO, Al Bsharah at the REC Innovation Lab
REC Innovation Lab Β· Al Bsharah
How to Raise Funds as a Startup Founder with Al Bsharah of Interlock Capital!
REC Innovation Lab Β· Al Bsharah
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Co-investors Β· 19
Eniac Ventures is a seed-stage venture firm that positions itself as founder-friendly and focused on helping early-stage companies achieve product-market fit.
Craft Ventures is a venture capital firm founded and run by former founders and operators who partner 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.
Long Journey Ventures is an early-stage venture firm that backs unconventional, 'magically weird' founders and ideas, positioning itself as a hands-on, community-oriented partner to its companies.
Weekend Fund is an early-stage venture fund started by Ryan Hoover (founder of Product Hunt) and Vedika Jain, writing checks into consumer and B2B startups globally.
Vibe Capital is an early-stage technology venture fund founded by Ankur Nagpal, the founder of creator-education platform Teachable, backing founders globally with a founder-first, operator-led approach.
LOI Venture is a seed-stage venture fund co-founded by Hootsuite Founder Ryan Holmes and Angel Investor Manny Padda focused on backing founders under 30 usually building tech products attending the LOI Program.
Bedrock is an investment firm whose stated approach centers on identifying opportunities that run counter to prevailing market narratives.
Active Capital is a venture firm led by Pat, an entrepreneur turned investor, focused on pre-seed investments in technical founders building AI-native software, infrastructure, and products for business use cases.
βΆ7 more co-investors
Backstage CapitalBECO CapitalParadox CapitalColor CapitalThe ClubSaaSholicAlliance Healthcare Foundation
Firms observed investing alongside Interlock Capital, from public investor directories. Shared companies are the overlap with Interlock Capital's recorded portfolio.