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/ˌviːˈsiː/Angel Investments
I've made a few angel investments (including the ones below) through an angel network I'm a part of. I try to back interesting companies with strong traction and fundamentally defensible valuations.
Online Oceans
Low-cost autonomous ocean vessels and cloud platform for persistent ocean data collection across research, environmental monitoring, and maritime security. Backed by Seraphim VC and notable Angels including Peter Rive (co-founder of SolarCity [acq. by Tesla]).
Dex
AI "talent agent" for technical hiring, interviewing AI researchers and software engineers conversationally and placing them at startups for a success fee. Backed by a16z, Notion Capital, Concept Ventures and various notable Angels.
Atorie
AI-enabled marketplace bringing high-end manufacturers and ateliers directly to shoppers, offering premium materials and craftsmanship at accessible prices. Backed by a16z, Creator Ventures, New Renaissance Ventures and others.
Valarian
"Isolation-first" secure infrastructure via its ACRA platform, which compartmentalises data and comms for governments and high-security enterprises. Backed by NEA, Scout Ventures, Artis Ventures, Molten Ventures and others.
Clera
AI "talent agent" representing candidates (including passive ones): they connect LinkedIn or a CV, its AI scouts roles across VC-backed startups and makes warm intros direct to the company. Backed by 1984 Ventures and others.
Aurora
Members-only AI-powered concierge for the world's highest performers, curating elite dining, travel, experiences, and longevity end-to-end. Backed by Boost Capital Partners and notable Angels including Alex Macdonald (co-founder of Velocity Black).
Kontext
AI sales engine for consumer AI apps: serves real-time, context-aware product recommendations and ads inside chat conversations, generated by the same model powering the chat. Backed by M13, Torch Capital, Parable Partners, Credo Ventures and others.
Apollo Atomics
Factory-built compact nuclear reactors for data centres, industry and utilities, using a compact steam system that shrinks reactor footprint by roughly 40x. Backed by FCVC, Y Combinator, Robinhood Ventures, Pelion VC and notable Angels including Paul Graham (co-founder of Y Combinator).