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Thesis

Operator-led fund investing in ambitious founders building transformative AI applications. We partner with technical founders who understand AI/ML deeply and are solving real customer problems with capital efficiency. Great product is always the best marketing.

Likely not a fit for

No consumer AI apps, hype-focused pitches without defensible products, non-technical founders, over-capitalized teams competing on burn rate

How they invest

Lead or follow
Leads or follows
Typical decision
~2 weeks
Warm intro
Preferred
Involvement
Takes a board seat
Fund status
Actively deploying
Decision process
Partnership vote

Partners & team

2 contacts on file

BP

Ben Parr

PartnerPartner · Primary contact

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b•••@th•••.vc

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BM

Ba Minuzzi

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m•••@th•••.vc

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Portfolio

Payman

Payman does not appear to be a recognized entity in the retrieved data, and no specific information about the company could be found.

WordwareDeveloper Tools Infra

Wordware is a platform for deploying AI applications, particularly focused on large language models (LLMs). The company has gained traction with hundreds of thousands of users and is recognized for its innovative approach in expanding AI capabilities, particularly through its AI Engineer Pack offering credits for various AI tools.

Orita

Orita.com is currently listed for sale, indicating that it may be available for purchase. The site provides a privacy policy and legal information.

GumloopDeveloper Tools Infra

Gumloop is an AI automation platform that enables users to automate workflows without the need for coding. Founded in 2023, the company aims to make complex work automation accessible to everyone, leveraging AI technologies to enhance productivity across businesses.

Clout KitchenMarketing Adtech

Clout Kitchen is a virality distribution engine for brands, creators, and startups, generating over 200 million views monthly. Operating under LetsVibe Pte. Ltd., it specializes in engineering how content moves to amplify reach and engagement.

ConsioProptech Real Estate

Consio Holding GmbH is a real estate company based in Vienna, Austria, specializing in property management, development, and sales. The company is committed to sustainable property value enhancement and effective project management.

Team-GPTMarketing Adtech

Team-GPT is now known as Juma, an AI workspace designed specifically for marketing teams to gather, collaborate, and enhance their productivity. The platform integrates various AI models to facilitate communication and streamline workflows within teams.

FabricateManufacturing Industrial

Fabricate is a company specializing in advanced printing technology, particularly known for its innovative 8-color printing services. The company is recognized as a prominent player in the printing industry, offering high-quality solutions for various printing needs.

AlexHr Tech Work

Alex is an AI recruiting platform that conducts large-scale, autonomous interviews, enabling recruiters to discover and hire the best talent efficiently. The platform operates 24/7, handling high-volume interviewing and enhancing AI-driven hiring processes, which allows recruiters to focus on strategic decisions rather than administrative tasks.

ArchiLabsEnterprise Software

ArchiLabs is a company that assists data-center teams in automating workflows based on design rules and standards. It enables these teams to transform design rules, standards, and system data into efficient push-button workflows.

DecodeEnterprise Software

deCODE is a global leader in human genome analysis, headquartered in Reykjavik, Iceland. The company focuses on understanding genetic data and conducting population studies to advance the field of genetics.

Exin TheraputicsBiotech Life Sciences

Exin Therapeutics is focused on developing multi-target therapies that are highly localized and agnostic to genetic background. The company aims to innovate in the therapeutic space by addressing complex medical conditions with tailored treatment approaches.

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Theory Forge Ventures Research Executive Summary Theory Forge Ventures is an operator-led, AI-focused seed/pre-seed fund founded in 2024 by Ben Parr and Matt Hartman (also known as Matt Schlicht), both experienced AI entrepreneurs who built profitable AI companies long before the ChatGPT era. The fund invests $••-$•• checks into ambitious founders building transformative AI applications across

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