Behind Genius Ventures
VC · Los Angeles · United States
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Behind Genius Ventures is a venture capital firm based in San Diego, California, founded in 2021 by Paige Finn Doherty. Paige, an engineer and writer, entered the investment world through her children's book about venture capital. The firm is Gen Z-led and focuses on investing in technical storytellers at the pre-seed and seed stages. The team is composed of 10 people, including 6 partners, and is known for its content-driven brand and sourcing approach. The firm invests in sectors such as development tools, health and wellness, entertainment, media, gaming, e-commerce, fintech, and application programming interface products. They typically write checks ranging from $250,000 to $500,000 and focus on investments within the United States. Behind Genius Ventures has a portfolio of 57 investments, with notable companies including Beacons AI, Flux AI, and Nox Metals. Notable investments by Behind Genius Ventures include Beacons AI - a platform for creators, Flux AI - a tool for developers, and Nox Metals - a company focused on automated super-factories. The firm has also invested in companies like MoldCo, Hostie, and Intermezzo, showcasing its diverse investment strategy across various innovative sectors.
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