Boost VC

Boost VC

Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals

San Mateo, CA 9,329 followers

We lead Pre-Seed rounds for Deep Tech (crypto, space, bio, AI, robotics, VR, Sci-Fi).

About us

Boost VC is an early stage venture capital firm with $200m AUM in San Mateo, CA founded by Adam Draper & Brayton Williams. We lead Pre-Seed rounds for Deep Tech (crypto, space, bio, AI, robotics, VR, Sci-Fi).

Website
http://www.boost.vc
Industry
Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
Company size
2-10 employees
Headquarters
San Mateo, CA
Type
Privately Held
Founded
2012

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Employees at Boost VC

Updates

  • 🚀 Reminder: Apply Now for the Boost VC Founder Start Program! 🚀 We’re excited to continue our Founder Start Program and support visionary founders in building the next wave of groundbreaking Deep Tech companies. Each month, we invest $50K into one outstanding team to help turn their startup idea into reality. If you’re ready to make an impact in AI, robotics, space, or any deep tech field, we want to hear from you! 👉 Apply here for $50K: https://lnkd.in/eSBtAYQp 🌱 For those raising a full Pre-Seed round, please apply here: https://lnkd.in/gJZ7QUgp

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  • As a founder, one of the most impactful habits you can form is sending regular investor updates. Here’s why it matters: 🔑 Builds Trust: Regular communication shows you're engaged, transparent, and taking ownership—it’s a sign of a founder who’s in control. 📈 Activates Support: Keeping investors informed allows them to help. Whether you need intros, feedback, or guidance, regular updates keeps you top of mind for their network, resources, and opportunities. 📊 Tracks Progress: They provide a structured way to reflect on wins, challenges, and metrics; helping you measure progress and pivot when necessary. 💬 Strengthens Relationships: Honest communication builds long-term trust, even during tough times. So what should you include in your update? 1️⃣ Key metrics (revenue, user growth, runway) 2️⃣ Wins and milestones achieved 3️⃣ Current challenges or asks (be specific!) 4️⃣ Updates on your roadmap or strategy Great investors are your partners—they want to see you succeed. Sending updates isn’t just good practice—it’s a superpower. Are you sending updates? Share your approach or tips below!

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    5 of my first 25 PreSeed deals became unicorns @coinbase, @amplitude, @benchling, @sendwave, @Plangrid ($850m), #Bitcoin

    This was an amazing conversation with a great individual. If you are interested in learning the edges of #VR, I highly recommend a listen. Jordan Kutzer is building the future of social entertainment using his product Derby on the VR headset. He is the founder and CEO of Throwback Studios. Also a good friend and in his tortured past... was a Stanford Baseball Pitcher.

    Boost VC's Adam Draper ⏻ sits down with Jordan Kutzer of Throwback Studios on how he brought his childhood memory to life in a game called Derby. Highlighting his inherent instinct to win, Jordan talks about his vision for becoming the biggest VR brand and media company in the world. You can watch the full length episode on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gBs2PjW5 Like and subscribe 👍 🔁 Huge shoutout to the Meet the Drapers team for the epic production work on this! Brayton Williams ⏻ Maddie Callander Derek Brown ⏻ Gus Domel, PhD Mark Beylin Emily Yu Danielle Sosnick

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  • 🚀 Looking for your next big opportunity? Boost VC’s portfolio companies are hiring! From biotech and AI to robotics and crypto, our jobs board is packed with opportunities to join world-changing startups. Here are just a few exciting positions open now: 📱 Mobile app developer at the leading Crypto e-commerce site (Remote) ❇️ Social Media Strategist at a Canadian Bitcoin startup (Remote) 🌊 Full-Stack Developer at an ocean startup (Hybrid/CA) 🔬 AI Research Scientist at a leading AI company (London) 🎨 Graphic Designer at a Crypto startup (Remote) These roles span across industries and geographies, with many remote-friendly positions. If you’re ready to work on a bold idea, explore jobs here:  ➡️ https://jobs.boost.vc/jobs Know someone perfect for these roles? Share this post and help connect great people with great ideas! 💡

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    🌊 How do you go from a small city in India to MIT, NASA projects, and leading a next-gen maritime company in the U.S.? In the latest Boost VC podcast, Adam Draper sits down with Sampriti Bhattacharyya, founder and CEO of Navier, to hear her incredible story. From sun-tracking solar panels to surviving a landslide and building sustainable maritime transportation, Sampriti’s journey is a masterclass in persistence and innovation. Her mission? To transform the future of waterways while tackling global challenges through cutting-edge technology. 🎧 Tune in to this inspiring episode: https://lnkd.in/g_vUtDna

    Sampriti Bhattacharyya - An Awakening, Flying Boats, and Maritime Dynamism

    Sampriti Bhattacharyya - An Awakening, Flying Boats, and Maritime Dynamism

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  • Last week, we signed 3 new pre-seed investments at Boost VC: All Deep Tech companies. All female CEOs. 💪 Female founders: Your leadership, resilience, and vision aren’t just assets—they’re game-changers. Boost investor Emily Yu shares why we’re all in 👇

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    Co-Founder at Boost VC: Investing in Deep Tech

    Signed 3 new Pre-Seed investments this week at Boost VC. All Deep Tech. All Female CEOs. LFG!

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