At a Glance
LAUNCH is a venture capital firm based in Los Angeles, CA founded in 2012. LAUNCH invests in early-stage startups through accelerator programs, venture funds, and The Syndicate. Founded by Jason Calacanis, we've backed Uber, Robinhood, Calm, and 1,000+ companies. The firm focuses on Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B+ investments across sectors including Aerospace & Defense, Other, Consumer, Fintech, Climate. Notable portfolio companies include Robinhood, Calm, Uber, Thumbtack and Wealthfront. Early-stage fund founded by Jason Calacanis focusing on startups with exceptional founders and transformative potential.
“Early-stage fund founded by Jason Calacanis focusing on startups with exceptional founders and transformative potential.”
LAUNCH primarily invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B+ stages. This means they focus on companies that are at the earliest idea or prototype phase.
LAUNCH is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA. Many of their portfolio companies are also based in this region, though they invest across geographies.
LAUNCH focuses on investments in Aerospace & Defense, Other, Consumer, Fintech, Climate. Their portfolio reflects deep expertise and networks within these sectors.
LAUNCH's typical investment check size ranges from $100K to $500K. Actual amounts may vary based on the stage, sector, and specific opportunity.
