Tech Coast Angels
Angel networkSouthern California · Pre-Seed–Series A · 6 people tracked
Investment thesis
TCA Venture Group backs early-stage companies offering innovative, sustainable, and differentiated solutions to meaningful problems, providing seed, bridge, and early Series A funding through its member base and five angel funds. Beyond capital, it offers entrepreneurs mentorship, connections, knowledge, and operational support. The group invests across a wide range of industries and works with startups across the U.S. and Canada, while prioritizing California-based founders. Its affiliation with more than 50 angel groups nationwide enables deal syndication and expanded opportunities for startups.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 6 people
from curated & public directories
Founder mafia
3 people who came through Tech Coast Angels went on to found or lead other companies.
What they invest in
from 6 of 6 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×2Cybersecurity ×2Deep Tech ×2Hardware ×2New Materials ×2SaaS ×2Advanced Manufacturing ×1Biotech ×1
HQs:United States×5
Investments · 6 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2023 · 12018 · 12 dated
Actuate provides AI video analytics that integrate with existing camera systems and video monitoring software to detect threats such as guns, intruders, crowds, unauthorized access, and fire while reducing false alarms.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingCybersecurity
Sonny Tai(Founder)
Co-investorsBling CapitalDorm RoomGray Line PartnersMetaPropMetaProp VenturesScribble Ventures+3 more
CurvaFix develops the CurvaFix Low Profile intramedullary nailing system, curved implants for surgical stabilization of pelvic fractures.
HardwareHealthtechMedical DevicesBellevue, US
Jeffrey Poole(Executive Officer)Mark Foster(Executive Officer, Director)Steven Dimmer(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Dong-Gun Kim(Director)
BoardEric Fritz(Director)inJack Tanaka(Director)in
Co-investorsAlliance of AngelsRockies Venture ClubSPRINGROCK VENTURESSwan Venture FundKeiretsu CapitalMVM Life Science Partners+1 more
Grolltex manufactures single-layer graphene and graphene-based products using patented CVD and transfer technologies, serving customers in life sciences, biotech, sensing, and electronics.
BiotechDeep TechHardwareNew MaterialsSan Diego, US
Co-investorsBlue Ledge CapitalVertical Venture Partners
GroupSolver operates an AI-powered survey and market research platform that uses interactive conversation to collect and analyze customer feedback.
AI & Machine LearningMarketing TechSaaSSan Diego, US
Rastislav Ivanic(Executive Officer, Director)Rasto Ivanic(Chief Executive Officer)Marek Tutoky(Chief Technology Officer)Dean Rosenberg(Director)Jeffrey Randall Richins(Executive Officer)Maros Ivanic(Executive Officer, Director)
Co-investorsNeulogy Ventures
PrivacyHawk is a consumer privacy company that helps individuals protect their personal data from spam, scams, identity theft, data selling, and hacking.
ConsumerCybersecuritySaaSLos Angeles, US
Aaron Mendes(Founder)inJustin Wright(Founder)in
Co-investorsCadron Capital PartnersFf Venture CapitalK Street CapitalLalotte VenturesLiebenthal VenturesLightShed Ventures+4 more
Terecircuits develops materials, polymers, and lithography-based processes for micron-scale assembly and packaging in advanced manufacturing, enabling components smaller than a grain of pollen to be assembled at scale.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechNew MaterialsSemiconductorsMountain View, US
Jayna Sheats(Founder & CTO)inWayne Rickard(CEO)in
Co-investorsAspira CapitalExcelestar VenturesGolden Seeds
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companies
Actuate · stocktitan.net · Aug 14, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Tech Coast Angels invest at?
- Tech Coast Angels invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
- What is Tech Coast Angels's typical check size?
- Tech Coast Angels typically writes checks of $5K – $50K.
- What sectors does Tech Coast Angels focus on?
- Tech Coast Angels focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Tech Coast Angels located?
- Tech Coast Angels is headquartered in Southern California, US.
- Does Tech Coast Angels lead rounds?
- Tech Coast Angels typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
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Working with Early-Stage Investors: The Right Way and the Wrong Way
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Founder Compensation in a Capital-Constrained World: Balancing Salary, Runway, and Growth
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M&A Deal Terms Study 2026
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One of TCA's Great Wins | Mindbody Entrepreneural Journey
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