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Antler

Location on request · Invests in US; Europe; Asia; Africa; LATAM; North America; MENA · Website

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Thesis

Backing exceptional people at the very start of their journey. We support founders from inception to scale through our global residency programs, providing capital, mentorship, and access to a network of 1,500+ companies across six continents.

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Not interested in: Late-stage companies (Series B+), founders without strong character/vision, companies not seeking global scale

How they invest

Lead or follow
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Typical decision
~2 weeks
Warm intro
Not required
Involvement
Takes a board seat
Fund status
Actively deploying
Decision process
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Partners & team

6 contacts on file

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Adam French

Partner · Primary contact

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Nitin Sharma

General PartnerGeneral Partner &

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Jiho Kang

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Naman Budhdeo

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Andrea Hajdu-Howe

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Portfolio

AiraloEcommerce Marketplaces

Airalo is the world’s first eSIM store, offering digital SIM cards for affordable and flexible coverage in over 200 locations worldwide.

LovableEnterprise Software

Lovable is a retailer specializing in intimate apparel for both men and women. The company offers a wide range of products with promotions including sales of up to 50% off, secure payment options, and free shipping on orders over €75.

19VPN
913.aiEnterprise Software

913.ai provides domain-specific AI agents designed to enhance efficiency in legal, finance, HR, and other sectors by automating complex tasks and improving productivity.

Abode Labs
AdaptiveEnterprise Software

Adaptive is a company specializing in data management and compliance solutions, offering tailored services to help organizations understand and control their data assets. Their Bank in a Box product aids financial services in compliance and risk management.

Adrenaline Interactive
AdviseWell
Aerial Tools
AestyConsumer Apps Social

Aesty is an app that allows users to turn outfits from social media into wearable looks that can be tried on virtually. It helps users mix and match their own clothes and find shoppable links for items.

Aevy
Affinity Labs

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Antler Ventures Research Document Investment Thesis Antler is the world's most active early-stage venture capital firm, founded by Magnus Grimeland in 2017. The firm operates as a global platform for launching category-defining companies by backing "exceptional people at the very start of their journey." Rather than traditional VC, Antler runs residency programs where founders join cohorts, receiv…

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