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Venture capitalSeed
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Fund manager profile
Stage 1 Fund is a venture fund manager. SEC filings show 1 venture fund on record, most recently Stage.O Fund, LP filed February 2019.
Source: SEC EDGAR Form D filings. Firm website data not yet available.
What they invest in
from 1 of 1 portfolio companiesConsumer ×1Direct to Consumer ×1E-commerce ×1Wellness & Fitness ×1
HQs:United States×1
Investments · 1 tracked
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ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceWellness & FitnessLos Angeles, US
Dianna Cohen(Executive Officer, Director)inElaine Choi(Executive Officer, Director)in
BoardCristina Nunez(Director)inRichard Gersten(Director)in
Co-investorsAlumni VenturesAMBERSTONEGaingelsPalm Tree Crew InvestmentsPoint King CapitalSelva Ventures+6 more
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Crown Affair · citybiz.co · May 8, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Stage 1 Fund invest at?
- Stage 1 Fund invests at the Seed stage.
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