Interlock Capital
Angel networkSan Diego · 101 people tracked
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4,537 people in our graph share verified history with the Interlock Capital team — schools, employers, funds. One of them is your warm intro.
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 · 101 people
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Founder mafia
3 people who came through Interlock Capital went on to found or lead other companies.
What they invest in
from 30 of 33 portfolio companiesSaaS ×11AI & Machine Learning ×7Consumer ×6Fintech ×5B2B Marketplaces ×4E-commerce ×4Enterprise Software ×4Cleantech ×3
HQs:United States×20
Who they back
founder profiles across 22 portfolio companiesFounding team size:solo founder×132 founders×73 founders×14+ founders×1
Where their founders studiedfrom 24 founders with education data
The George Washington University ×2University of Southern California ×2
Where their founders worked beforefrom 24 founders with career history
Morgan Stanley ×2Venture First ×2
Accelerator rootsportfolio companies that came through a program
2 founders hold a PhD · 2 hold an MBA (of 23 with degree data)
Investments · 33 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2026 · 12023 · 12020 · 12019 · 14 dated
Acquire.com operates an online marketplace that connects startup founders looking to sell their businesses with vetted acquirers, handling the acquisition process from finding buyers to closing with escrow.
B2B MarketplacesFintechMarketplacesSaaS
Andrew Gazdecki(Founder)in
Co-investorsCoalition OperatorsEvolution VC PartnersInterplay Ventures Early Stage Management LlcRibbit Capital
BlueNalu develops cell-cultivated seafood grown directly from fish cells in a controlled environment, aiming to supply seafood without harvesting it from the ocean.
BiotechClimate TechFoodTechSan Diego, US
Lauran Madden(Founder)inH. LOUIS COOPERHOUSE(Executive Officer, Director)
BoardSTEVEN FINN(Director)BABAR KHAN(Director)DAVID TAICLET(Director)MARY WAGNER(Director)
Co-investors91 VenturesAgronomicsAlwyn CapitalAurum Venture PartnersBay Bridge Ventures ClimateBloom8+7 more
Cabana acquires pool service companies and invests in their teams and operations across California regions.
B2B MarketplacesConsumerSaaSSan Diego, US
Jeremy Y.(Founder & CEO)Kyle Bowman(Founder of PoolLogic, Head of Operations at Cabana)in
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)
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
Crafter is a marketplace that connects craftspeople with customers interested in handmade and artisan products, workshops, and crafting supplies across a wide range of traditional and contemporary craft disciplines.
B2B MarketplacesConsumerCreator EconomyE-commerceMarketplaces
Morgan Spenla(Founder & CEO)in
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 TechEnergyRichmond, US
Troy Helming(Founder)inDavid Rees(Director)Rachel Payne(Director)ALYSIA HELMING(Executive Officer, Director)
Co-investorsAurum Venture PartnersBand of AngelsBoston Harbor AngelsD3VCHBS Angels of BostonKeiretsu Forum+5 more
EVmatch connects electric vehicle drivers with private charging station owners to improve access to EV charging infrastructure.
B2B MarketplacesCleantechClimate TechEnergyMobility & TransportationSanta Barbara, US
Heather Hochrein(CEO)inShannon Walker(Co-founder)
EyePop.ai provides computer vision and AI-based analytics tools that help businesses derive actionable insights from visual data.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareSaaS
Torsten Schulz(Founder)in
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)in
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)inLogan Burchett(Founder)inJonathan Frazier(Founder)inSteven Ambs(Founder)
BoardRobert Penta(Director)inDaniel Einhorn(Director)in
Co-investorsCapital Midwest FundChartline Capital PartnersConnetic VenturesConvergeElevate VenturesRender Capital+6 more
Gemist provides technology solutions for online jewelry retailers, offering customizable user experiences and tools designed to increase customer engagement and sales conversion.
E-commerceRetail TechSaaS
Madeline Fraser(Founder + CEO)inAnup Murarka(Co-Founder + CTO)in
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)inDavid Lee(Executive Officer)inPeter McGuinnessin
BoardBart Swanson(Director)inSamir Kaul(Director)inTai Ronnen(Director)
Co-investorsAllied Venture PartnersBlue Horizon CorporationCoatue ManagementCollaborative FundContinental Grain CompanyCPT Capital+18 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
Timothy Li(Founder)in
Co-investorsTechstarsPlug and Play VenturesCohen CircleGreat North VenturesAlleyCorp
Luna develops a small patch pump with automated insulin dosing for insulin pen users to help manage glucose levels overnight.
Digital HealthHealthtechMedical Devices
John Sjölund(Founder)inSean Saint(Founder)inJon Brilliant(Founder)
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)in
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 FactoryDraper AssociatesFlucas VenturesNew Climate Ventures+6 more
Omnitron develops microscale MEMS sensing technology, including optical mirrors and related semiconductor devices, serving markets in energy, automotive, and optical networking.
Deep TechHardwareMobility & TransportationSemiconductorsSan Francisco, US
Eric Aguilar(Co-founder and CEO)Dr. Trent Huang(Co-founder and CTO)
Co-investorsCorrienteL'ATTITUDE Ventures500 GlobalEmerging 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 a licensed real estate brokerage and platform that helps buyers and real estate professionals find and transact on homes with assumable mortgages, aiming to make homeownership more affordable amid high interest rates.
AI & Machine LearningFintechPropTechSan Diego, US
Tom Hartwell(CTO & Co-founder)inAndy Taylor(CEO & Co-founder)in
Co-investorsSwift VenturesEniac Ventures
A sports betting review and ranking platform that evaluates and compares sportsbooks for US players.
Media & EntertainmentSports Tech
ShipCalm is a fulfillment and order management platform that integrates with ecommerce marketplaces, shopping carts, and business software to help online sellers manage inventory, orders, and shipments across multiple sales channels.
AI & Machine LearningE-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 AI uses machine learning to reduce repetitive digital tasks like inbox management, scheduling, and document preparation, freeing users to focus on meaningful work and relationships.
AI & Machine LearningFuture of WorkSaaS
Mat Ellis(Chief Executive Officer)Jon Frisby(Chief Technology Officer)
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 precision metal products and refillable packaging solutions that emphasize durability and recyclability for consumer brands seeking sustainable alternatives to single-use packaging.
Advanced ManufacturingCircular EconomyConsumerNew 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)in
BoardJared Stein(Director)
Co-investorsCove FundMoore Venture PartnersNoeticCity Light
Vizer is an offer management platform for CPG marketing teams to launch, distribute, and track digital promotions that drive in-store sales across retailers like Walmart, Kroger, Albertsons, and CVS.
Marketing TechRetail TechSaaSSan Diego, US
Dylan Barbour(Founder)in
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesAcquire · pulse2.com · Aug 5, 2026
Impossible Foods · forgeglobal.com · Jun 25, 2026
Forecastr · bizjournals.com · May 19, 2026
Mercato · siliconindia.com · Mar 28, 2026
Natilus · aviationweek.com · Feb 16, 2026
LendAPI · finovate.com · Sep 15, 2025
Luna Diabetes · finsmes.com · Aug 25, 2025
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Interlock Capital made?
- Interlock Capital has 33 tracked investments, including 1 dated in the last 24 months.
- What is Interlock Capital's typical check size?
- Interlock Capital typically writes checks of $25K – $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 91 tracked co-investors.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
featuring the teamNeal Bloom of Interlock Capital on the Importance of Community and Raising Fund I
The Capital Stack Podcast · Neal Bloom
FI San Diego 2021 Graduation, with keynote speaker Neal Bloom of Interlock Capital
Founder Institute · Neal Bloom
How to Pitch to Investors with Interlock Capital CEO, Al Bsharah at the REC Innovation Lab
REC Innovation Lab · Al Bsharah
How to Raise Funds as a Startup Founder with Al Bsharah of Interlock Capital!
REC Innovation Lab · Al Bsharah
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Co-investors · 19
Eniac Ventures partners with early-stage founders, backing companies from 0 to 1.
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.
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 a $10M venture fund investing in Web3, AI, and Deep Science startups at the pre-seed and seed stage.
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.
▶7 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.