The Rise of the Fractional Founder

We invest in today’s builders, who are the founders of tomorrow’s biggest companies.  

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A fractional founder is an entrepreneur who is transforming their part-time project into a full-time startup.

Unfair advantages of a Fractional Founder

As investors, we've identified the untapped potential of fractional founders who deeply immersed in industry, insights, and bear the raw skills to build.

Market validation

Deep understanding of problem spaces. Being immersed in industry give founders deep empathy for customers.

Practiced execution

Demonstrated excellence in other roles. Limited time and resources result in lean and effective execution. 

Reduced financial risk

Earning income from day jobs enable a soft landing for personal finances when pivoting to become a full-time founder.

Accelerated hiring

Large networks within their alumni groups, former companies, and communities enable a deep and trusted pool for first hires.

We invest earlier than other VCs

Other venture capitalists think you need to be full-time to be serious about what you’re working on. We think part-time builders make for the best full-time founders of the future.

Fractional to seed round

We want to hear about your idea, even before you're ready to raise your pre-seed.

We'll write your first check

The amount we invest may vary, but we focus on writing cheques in the $100K range.

Your partner on Day One

As former operators and entrepreneurs ourselves, we can be your sounding board even before you go full-time.

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See the world from our lens

We've documented our insights across conversations in our roles as professors of entrepreneurship, growth advisors, and investors. Sign up to get up to one update per month from our partners.