Prefix Capital
Venture capitalPre-Seed–Seed · 4 people tracked
Investment thesis
Prefix Capital is an early-stage venture firm that invests in deep technology companies.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 4 people
from the firm's website
Byron has a mixed business and technology background, having helped build custom semiconductor work at Texas Instruments and voice technology at Audience, and founded two startups acquired by public companies. He focuses his investments on early-stage deep technology companies.
Owen is an idea-driven investor whose career includes work with companies led by Bezos, Zuckerberg, Murdoch, and Pincus. He helps founders reframe problems and consider unconventional approaches.
Calvin left a role at Honda Silicon Valley Lab to join Byron and Owen, starting with diligence work before taking on investment management and operations. He works across the organization in roles spanning investment, finance, legal, and general management.
Joined Prefix Capital after leaving a role at Honda Silicon Valley Lab, graduating college a quarter early. He works across the organization on due diligence, investment management, financial analysis, legal/controller duties, vendor management, and general operations.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Prefix Capital invest at?
- Prefix Capital invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What sectors does Prefix Capital focus on?
- Prefix Capital focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Biotech, Crypto & Web3, Deep Tech, Semiconductors.
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