Presence Capital
Venture capitalSan Francisco Β· Pre-SeedβSeries B Β· 3 people tracked
Investment thesis
Presence Capital invests in early-stage startups developing augmented reality and virtual reality technologies, believing these will transform how people communicate, work, and play. The firm backs talented, passionate entrepreneurs using AR and VR to bring novel and exceptional experiences to market. It raised an initial $10M fund to support these founders.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 7, 2026.
Team Β· 3 people
from the firm's website
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What they invest in
from 22 of 34 portfolio companiesGaming Γ8AI & Machine Learning Γ7Hardware Γ5Consumer Γ4Enterprise Software Γ4SaaS Γ4Deep Tech Γ3Media & Entertainment Γ3
HQs:United StatesΓ7
Investments Β· 34 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathLyft is an on-demand ridesharing platform that connects passengers with drivers for various ride types, including standard rides, premium options, and other transportation services.
MarketplacesMobility & Transportation
Logan Green(Founder)inJohn Zimmer(Founder)inDavid Risher(CEO)in
AppliedVR develops immersive therapeutic software using technology to deliver drug-free clinical treatments for patients.
Digital HealthHealthtechMedical DevicesLos Angeles, US
Matthew Stoudt(Co-Founder and CEO)inJosh Sackman(Co-Founder and President)in
BoardDavid Sackman(Chairman)
Baobab Studios creates animated stories and interactive experiences across multiple formats including premium film and TV series, games, and graphic novels.
GamingMedia & Entertainment
BeyondView provides AI-powered virtual whiteboxing and spec-suite visualization for commercial real estate, generating video walkthroughs, 360ΒΊ panoramas, 3D maps, and AR tours from a floorplan and photos.
AI & Machine LearningPropTechSaaS
Camera IQ provides a tool for building and deploying branded augmented reality experiences across platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and Twitch.
AdTechMarketing TechSaaS
Escher Reality provides an API platform that handles backend infrastructure and services for augmented reality applications.
ConsumerDeveloper ToolsGamingSan Francisco, US
Catan VR is a virtual reality adaptation of the Catan board game, offering an immersive version with online multiplayer and cross-play for tabletop and new players.
Gaming
Harmonix Music Systems develops music and rhythm-based video games, with titles including Rock Band, Dance Central, Fuser, Guitar Hero, DropMix, and Audica.
GamingMedia & Entertainment
Adobe is a multinational software company that develops creative, design, and business productivity applications.
AI & Machine LearningCreator EconomyEnterprise Software
Resolution Games develops VR and spatial computing games including titles like Demeo, Spatial Ops, and Angry Birds VR for platforms including Apple Vision Pro, Meta Quest, PlayStation VR, and Nintendo Switch.
Gaming
Carl-Arvid Ewerbring(Founder)
Sandbox VR operates location-based virtual reality entertainment centers where groups of up to six people experience immersive multiplayer games using proprietary full-body motion capture and haptic technology.
ConsumerGamingHardware
Steve Zhao(Founder)
Scope AR develops augmented reality software and solutions for enterprise customers in aerospace, aviation, manufacturing, medical device, semiconductor, and CPG industries to help workers visualize and solve complex tasks.
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningConsumerDeep TechEnterprise SoftwareHardwareSaaSSan Francisco, US
Scott Montgomerie(Founder)inDavid Nedohin(Founder/President)in
Simbe provides retail inventory and monitoring solutions combining computer vision, robotics, RFID, and fixed sensors for retail businesses.
AI & Machine LearningRetail TechRobotics
Brad Bogolea(CEO)Ryan Gembala(Director)Subodh Gupta(Director)Mirza Akbar Shah(Executive Officer, Director)Bradley Douglas Bogolea(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Jay Douglas Knafel(Director)
Strivr provides an AI-powered quality assurance system delivered through smart glasses that lets frontline operators detect and correct operational errors and safety hazards in real time.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareHardware
TRIPP provides immersive meditation and mindfulness experiences available through a mobile app and VR headset platform.
AgTechMental HealthWellness & FitnessVenice, US
Tim Chang(Director)Nanea Reeves(Executive Officer, Director)Zachary Norman(Executive Officer, Director)Kevin Keeland(Executive Officer)
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Presence Capital invest at?
- Presence Capital invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B stages.
- What is Presence Capital's typical check size?
- Presence Capital typically writes checks of $25K β $100K.
- What sectors does Presence Capital focus on?
- Presence Capital focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Consumer, Deep Tech, Gaming, Hardware.
- Where is Presence Capital located?
- Presence Capital is headquartered in San Francisco, US.
- Does Presence Capital lead rounds?
- Presence Capital typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
Media Β· Podcasts & interviews
featuring the teamRise 2017 Phil Chen, Managing Partner, Presence Capital
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Co-investors Β· 57
Andreessen Horowitz's Strategic Partnerships page describes collaborations that connect its portfolio companies with established institutions to help scale and deploy their technology.
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