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UP Partners

Santa Monica, California · Invests in US; North America · Website

Pre-SeedSeedSeries ASeries BB2B SaaSAI & Machine LearningDeveloper ToolsClimate & EnergySpace & DefenseRoboticsEnterprise SoftwareDeveloper Tools & InfrastructureClimate & Clean EnergyRobotics & AutomationAerospace & DefenseSemiconductors & HardwareLogistics & Supply Chain

Thesis

The next two decades will see dramatic changes in mobility across ground, air, sea, and space. We invest in entrepreneurs building frontier technologies that make movement cleaner, faster, safer, and lower-cost, leveraging our extensive relationships with global companies.

Likely not a fit for

Not interested in consumer-only applications without infrastructure potential, non-technical teams, or companies that cannot leverage corporate partnerships

How they invest

Lead or follow
Leads or follows
Typical decision
~1 week
Warm intro
Not required
Involvement
Takes a board seat
Fund status
Actively deploying
Decision process
Partnership vote

Partners & team

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Nicola Munarini

PartnerPartner, UP.Ventures · Primary contact

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Brian Adams

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Ben Marcus

General PartnerCo-Founder & Managing Partner

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Cyrus Sigari

General PartnerCo-Founder & Managing Partner

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Adam Grosser

General PartnerChairman & Managing Partner

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Luciano Froes

Platform & OpsPartner & Chief Marketing Officer

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Ally Warson

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Portfolio

SkydioRobotics Automation

Skydio is the leading U.S. drone company and world leader in autonomous flight. Our drones are used for inspecting the energy grid, de-escalating life and death scenarios in public safety, inspecting bridges, giving soldiers better situational awareness on the battlefield, search and rescue missions, and more.

Axiom SpaceAerospace Defense

Axiom Space is the leading provider of human spaceflight services and developer of human-rated space infrastructure. We operate end-to-end missions to the ISS while developing its successor, Axiom Station, and building next-generation spacesuits for low-Earth orbit, the Moon and beyond.

Beta TechnologiesAerospace Defense

An aerospace company manufacturing electric flight.

MetropolisProptech Real Estate

Metropolis creates artificial intelligence that makes real-world physical spaces responsive, aiming to power frictionless, precognitive, personalized experiences everywhere.

Loft DynamicsEnterprise Software

Loft Dynamics AG specializes in designing, manufacturing, and operating VR flight simulation training devices (FSTDs) for various aircraft systems, aiming to revolutionize pilot training through affordable and accessible VR technology.

TeleoRobotics Automation

Teleo provides a full-stack solution for retrofitting heavy machinery into supervised autonomous machines, enhancing productivity and safety in construction operations.

Space KineticAerospace Defense

Space Kinetic is focused on rethinking space operations to deliver game-changing capabilities for missile defense and space superiority through its Whirlwind deployment technology.

AerialoopLogistics Supply Chain

Aerialoop's drone networks are transforming cities and industries with intelligent, sustainable solutions at scale.

Lula DeliveryEcommerce Marketplaces

Lula is a digital commerce platform designed for retailers to enhance their online presence and streamline operations.

RepowrLogistics Supply Chain

REPOWR is the simplest & cheapest way for carriers to access trailers nationwide, connecting thousands of trusted carriers, shippers, and industry partners for instant trailer capacity.

QuincusLogistics Supply Chain

Quincus is a transportation and logistics software that provides AI orchestration for digital supply chain operations, enabling real-time visibility and optimization across logistics networks.

Range EnergyLogistics Supply Chain

Range Energy specializes in electrified trailer systems designed to reduce fuel consumption and emissions in the trucking industry. Their eTrailer system integrates a high-voltage battery and electrified axle to enhance the efficiency of existing trailers.

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UP Partners Research Investment Thesis UP Partners is a specialized early-stage venture capital firm focused on transforming how people and goods move globally. Founded in 2020 by Ben Marcus, Cyrus Sigari, and Adam Grosser—experienced entrepreneurs with deep expertise in aerospace, automotive, hardware, and technology—UP Partners invests in "movement broadly: from the physically small to the large

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