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At a Glance

Check Size
$50K – $500K
Stage
Pre-Seed, Seed
AUM
$20M
Sectors
Enterprise, Consumer, Fintech
Founded
2016
HQ
New York, NY

About Underdog Labs

A pre-seed and seed stage venture capital firm that invests in underdog founders building category-defining companies. They focus on diverse founders and non-obvious opportunities in technology sectors.

Investment Thesis

“Backing underdog founders building category-defining technology companies.”

Sector Focus

Investment Stage

Pre-SeedSeed
Series A
Series B+

Notable Portfolio Companies

SStripe
AAirbnb
CCoinbase

Frequently Asked Questions

What stage does Underdog Labs invest at?

Underdog Labs primarily invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages. This means they focus on companies that are at the earliest idea or prototype phase.

Where is Underdog Labs located?

Underdog Labs is headquartered in New York, NY. Many of their portfolio companies are also based in this region, though they invest across geographies.

What sectors does Underdog Labs focus on?

Underdog Labs focuses on investments in Enterprise, Consumer, Fintech. Their portfolio reflects deep expertise and networks within these sectors.

What is Underdog Labs's typical check size?

Underdog Labs's typical investment check size ranges from $50K to $500K. Actual amounts may vary based on the stage, sector, and specific opportunity.

How much does Underdog Labs have under management?

Underdog Labs manages approximately $20M in assets under management (AUM) across their funds.

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