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Boston Seed Capital

North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston

Description

Boston Seed Capital is a prominent early-stage venture capital firm headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, specializing in seed-stage funding for internet-enabled businesses. Founded with a clear focus on supporting innovative startups from inception, the firm plays a crucial role in nurturing the burgeoning tech ecosystem, particularly within the Northeast United States. Their investment philosophy centers on identifying companies with strong founding teams, disruptive technologies, and significant market potential across various sectors, including consumer internet, enterprise software, and digital media.

The firm is known for its hands-on approach, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance, operational support, and access to an extensive network of industry experts and potential partners. Boston Seed Capital typically writes initial checks ranging from $250,000 to $1,000,000, often participating as lead or co-lead investors in seed rounds. This initial investment is frequently followed by additional capital as portfolio companies achieve key milestones and progress through subsequent funding stages, demonstrating their long-term commitment to their ventures.

Over its operational history, Boston Seed Capital has built a robust portfolio of over 100 companies, showcasing a diverse range of successful ventures. Among their most notable investments are DraftKings, which went public via a SPAC merger, and Drizly, the on-demand alcohol delivery service acquired by Uber for approximately $1.1 billion. These successful exits underscore the firm's ability to identify and back companies that achieve significant market impact and generate substantial returns. Their consistent activity and strategic investments solidify Boston Seed Capital's position as a key player in the early-stage venture capital landscape.

Investor Profile

Boston Seed Capital has backed more than 112 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 22 rounds, about 20% of its total and boasts 28 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Hong Kong, Canada.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, Analytics, Artificial Intelligence (AI).
  • Typical check size: $250K – $1M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (64%)
  • Series A (16%)
  • Series Unknown (7%)
  • Pre Seed (5%)
  • Series B (5%)
  • Series C (1%)
  • Convertible Note (1%)

Country Focus

  • United States (96%)
  • Hong Kong (1%)
  • Canada (1%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Analytics
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Machine Learning
  • Saas
  • Internet
  • Sports
  • Advertising
  • Information Technology
  • Apps
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Boston Seed Capital frequently co-invest with?

Accomplice
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Cambridge
Co-Investments: 11
LaunchCapital
North America, Connecticut, United States, New Haven
Co-Investments: 5
Spark Capital
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 5
Chang Corporation
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 6
General Catalyst
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Cambridge
Co-Investments: 6
CM
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Cambridge
Co-Investments: 9
Founder Collective
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Cambridge
Co-Investments: 6
Atlas Venture
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Cambridge
Co-Investments: 8
Sigma Prime Ventures
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Co-Investments: 6
Alumni Ventures
North America, New Hampshire, United States, Manchester
Co-Investments: 8

Which angels does Boston Seed Capital often collaborate with?

WC
North America, New York, United States, Manhattan
Shared Deals: 6
TM
North America, United States
Shared Deals: 4
David Chang
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Shared Deals: 5
Waikit Lau
Asia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur
Shared Deals: 4
JL
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Shared Deals: 5
AD
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 3
AR
North America, California, United States, Mountain View
Shared Deals: 3
JC
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Shared Deals: 5
JS
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 7
AG
Asia, Delhi, India
Shared Deals: 3

What are some of recent deals done by Boston Seed Capital?

EnFi

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

EnFi accelerate complex credit analysis and risk monitoring services.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)FinTechRisk Management
SeedJun 13, 2024
Amount Raised: $7,500,000
Yuwei Future Technology Co., Ltd.

Central, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong

Yuwei Future Technology allows individuals without drawing skills to transform their stories into voiced comics using advanced technology.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)ChildrenFilm Production
SeedApr 3, 2024
Amount Raised: $2,400,000
Splash Sports

Denver, Colorado, United States

Splash Sports is a platform for real-money gaming that allows friends and groups to play in skill-based activities.

GamingSports
Series AJan 31, 2024
Amount Raised: $14,100,000
Patented.ai

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Patented.ai provides unique, high-value IP products for innovators, funds, and litigators.

Business IntelligenceDRMEnterprise ApplicationsInnovation ManagementIntellectual PropertyLegal TechMarket Research
Pre SeedJun 27, 2023
Amount Raised: $4,500,000

Monitor your patents and get instant alerts on potential infringements.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Business IntelligenceIntellectual PropertyLegal TechMachine LearningMarket ResearchProduct ResearchProduct SearchSemantic Search
Pre SeedJun 27, 2023
Amount Raised: $4,000,000

IPR-tested prior art search. The ultimate patent invalidation tool.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Business IntelligenceIntellectual PropertyLegal TechMachine LearningMarket ResearchProduct ResearchProduct SearchSearch EngineSemantic Search
Pre SeedJun 27, 2023
Amount Raised: $4,000,000
Rithmm

Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, United States

Rithmm is personalized predictive analytics for sports betting.

AnalyticsInformation TechnologyPredictive AnalyticsSports
SeedJun 5, 2023
Amount Raised: $2,000,000
BG Networks

Weston, Massachusetts, United States

BG Networks offers low-code cybersecurity software to dramatically reduce the time to implement IoT security.

Cyber SecurityInternet of Things
SeedMar 14, 2023
Amount Raised: $4,500,000
Graff Golf

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Graff Golf enables golfers to view detailed analytics of their golf swing and improve using custom practice programs.

AnalyticsSports
Pre SeedDec 10, 2022
Amount Raised: $1,400,000
Spren

Asheville, North Carolina, United States

Spren helps fitness and wellness brands deliver a more personalized, engaging, and effective user experience.

AppsBioinformaticsPersonal HealthWellness
SeedOct 11, 2022
Amount Raised: $11,300,000