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Ela Madej

Unclaimed
Co-Founder and Partner, Fifty YearsFifty YearsSan Francisco, CA

Current Firm

Fifty Years

Investments

2+ companies

Focus

Biotech, Digital Health

About Ela Madej

Ela Madej is Co-Founder and Partner at Fifty Years, a venture capital firm investing in transformative technologies across biotech, digital health, deeptech, climate, and agriculture. With a focus on breakthrough innovations that address some of humanity's most pressing challenges, Madej brings strategic expertise in identifying and supporting high-impact companies. Notable investments include Astranis, a satellite communications company, and Athelas, a digital health platform leveraging AI and automation. Through her work at Fifty Years, Madej is actively shaping the future of frontier technologies and sustainable solutions. She is engaged with the venture community on LinkedIn and shares insights on Twitter @elamadej.

Focus Areas

Investment Stage

Pre-Seed
Seed
Series A
Series B+

Notable Investments

Astranis
Athelas

Investment Profile

Ela Madej is a Co-Founder and Partner, Fifty Years at Fifty Years, based in San Francisco, CA.

Ela's investment focus spans Biotech, Digital Health, Deeptech, Climate, Agriculture, primarily investing at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages. This specialization allows for deep domain knowledge and strong network effects that benefit portfolio companies.

Notable investments include Astranis, Athelas. These investments span Biotech and Digital Health.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Ela Madej?

Ela Madej is a Co-Founder and Partner, Fifty Years at Fifty Years, based in San Francisco, CA. Their investment focus includes Biotech, Digital Health, Deeptech.

What does Ela Madej invest in?

Ela Madej focuses on investments in Biotech, Digital Health, Deeptech, Climate, Agriculture through Fifty Years. These focus areas reflect their domain expertise and the types of startups they actively seek to back.

What are Ela Madej's most notable investments?

Ela Madej's notable portfolio investments include Astranis, Athelas. These companies span multiple sectors and stages, reflecting a track record of identifying high-potential startups.

What firm is Ela Madej at?

Ela Madej is currently at Fifty Years, headquartered in San Francisco, CA, serving as Co-Founder and Partner, Fifty Years.

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