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Santa Monica, CA · Invests in US · Website

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Pre-SeedSeedSeries AConsumer Apps & SocialE-commerce & MarketplacesFood & BeverageMedia & EntertainmentGamingFintechFintech & Payments

Thesis

Science identifies entrenched markets and societal shifts and invests in disruptive companies with new ideas and highly focused teams. We combine venture capital with a studio model, providing operational expertise, predictive strategy, and shared services to help founders build category-defining consumer brands and technology companies.

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No pure enterprise/B2B SaaS without consumer angle, no deep tech/biotech, no non-branded commodity businesses, limited geographic focus outside US

How they invest

Lead or follow
Usually leads
Typical decision
~2 months
Warm intro
Not required
Involvement
Takes a board seat
Fund status
Between funds
Decision process
Partnership vote

Partners & team

10 contacts on file

MJ

Michael Jones

PartnerManaging Director of Science Ventures · Primary contact

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Peter Pham

PartnerManaging Director of Science Ventures

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Greg Gilman

PartnerManaging Director of Science Ventures

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Tom Dare

PartnerManaging Director of Science Ventures

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Priscilla Guevara

General PartnerGeneral Partner, Head of Investor Relations

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James Hicks

PartnerManaging Director

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TW

Tom White

Asset Manager

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RC

Robert Carter

Platform & OpsCFO

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Talia Rosenthal

PrincipalPrincipal

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Tommy Riggs

AssociateAssociate

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Portfolio

Dollar Shave ClubEcommerce Marketplaces

Dollar Shave Club offers a subscription service for razors and grooming products, providing convenience and cost savings for consumers looking for shaving essentials.

Liquid DeathFood Beverage

Liquid Death offers a range of premium low-calorie beverages in infinitely recyclable cans, including mountain water, flavored sparkling water, iced tea, and energy drinks. The brand emphasizes sustainability by donating a portion of proceeds to combat plastic pollution.

PlayVSGaming

PlayVS powers scholastic esports, providing the infrastructure for competitive gaming in schools, including leagues, coaching tools, and educational resources.

DogVacayEcommerce Marketplaces

DogVacay is a platform that connects pet owners with trusted local pet sitters and dog walkers, providing a cozy home environment for pets while their owners are away.

Pray.comMedia Entertainment

Pray.com is the world's #1 app for daily prayer and faith-based audio content, designed to help users incorporate prayer into their daily lives through devotionals, Bible stories, and sermons.

Mammoth Media
MeUndiesEcommerce Marketplaces

MeUndies is an online retailer specializing in comfortable and stylish underwear, loungewear, and socks for men, women, and kids, with a focus on subscription-based purchasing.

BirdConsumer Apps Social

Bird is a leading provider of micro-electric mobility solutions, offering electric bikes and scooters for urban transportation. The company aims to reduce traffic congestion and carbon emissions by providing eco-friendly alternatives to traditional vehicles in cities worldwide.

StanceEcommerce Marketplaces

Socks, underwear and apparel. Feel good, do good.

MediumMedia Entertainment

Medium is an online publishing platform that allows users to share and discover stories and ideas. It operates on a subscription model, focusing on quality writing and reader engagement rather than advertising.

Hello SocietyMarketing Adtech

HelloSociety is an advertising agency and technology company that provides marketing services and technology solutions to businesses. They focus on developing innovative digital marketing strategies using technology and media to connect with consumers.

FameBitMarketing Adtech

FameBit is a platform that connects brands with creators for brand deals, facilitating partnerships through YouTube BrandConnect. It offers tools for creators to manage brand inquiries and optimize their profiles for better visibility to advertisers.

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Science Inc. Research Investment Thesis Science Inc. is a Santa Monica-based venture capital firm and startup studio founded in 2011 that identifies entrenched markets and societal shifts and invests in disruptive companies with new ideas and highly focused teams. The firm operates with a unique hybrid model combining traditional venture capital investing with a studio model that co-founds and inc…

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