John Frankel
UnclaimedCurrent Firm
ff Venture Capital
Investments
2+ companies
Focus
AI, Fintech
About John Frankel
John Frankel is a Founding Partner at ff Venture Capital, a venture capital firm focused on identifying and scaling transformative companies across AI, fintech, cybersecurity, robotics, and enterprise technologies. With a keen eye for disruptive innovation, Frankel has built a track record of backing category-defining companies early in their growth trajectories. His notable investments include Addepar, a leading wealth management software platform, and Twilio, the cloud communications pioneer that has become a foundational infrastructure company. Through ff Venture Capital, Frankel continues to invest in founders and teams building the next generation of technology companies that address critical market needs. He is an active member of the venture capital and technology communities, sharing insights on innovation and investment strategy through his social presence.
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Notable Investments
Investment Profile
John Frankel is a Founding Partner, ff Venture Capital at ff Venture Capital, based in New York, NY.
John's investment focus spans AI, Fintech, Cybersecurity, Robotics, Enterprise, primarily investing at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B+ stages. This specialization allows for deep domain knowledge and strong network effects that benefit portfolio companies.
Notable investments include Addepar, Twilio. These investments span AI and Fintech.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is John Frankel?
John Frankel is a Founding Partner, ff Venture Capital at ff Venture Capital, based in New York, NY. Their investment focus includes AI, Fintech, Cybersecurity.
What does John Frankel invest in?
John Frankel focuses on investments in AI, Fintech, Cybersecurity, Robotics, Enterprise through ff Venture Capital. These focus areas reflect their domain expertise and the types of startups they actively seek to back.
What are John Frankel's most notable investments?
John Frankel's notable portfolio investments include Addepar, Twilio. These companies span multiple sectors and stages, reflecting a track record of identifying high-potential startups.
What firm is John Frankel at?
John Frankel is currently at ff Venture Capital, headquartered in New York, NY, serving as Founding Partner, ff Venture Capital.
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