Breyer Capital

Breyer Capital, founded in 2006 by legendary venture capitalist Jim Breyer, is a global investment firm based in Menlo Park, California, with a distinctive focus on catalyzing high-impact entrepreneurs. The firm operates across venture capital, private equity, and special situations, demonstrating a versatile approach to capital deployment. Jim Breyer, renowned for his prescient early investment in Facebook (a $12.7 million investment for 11% of the company while at Accel in 2005), brings unparalleled experience and a vast network to the firm, which seeks to back companies poised for significant market disruption.

The firm's investment thesis centers on transformative technologies and sectors, primarily Artificial Intelligence, enterprise software, and fintech, with a notable interest in healthcare and data-driven businesses. Breyer Capital is known for its long-term partnership approach, often taking board seats and providing strategic guidance to its portfolio companies. Their global outlook is evident through investments in companies across the United States, China, and other international markets. The firm boasts an impressive track record, with over 40 successful exits through IPOs or acquisitions, underscoring its ability to identify and nurture future industry leaders.

Breyer Capital exhibits remarkable flexibility in its investment stages, deploying capital from early-stage venture rounds, including seed and Series A, through to late-stage growth equity and private equity transactions. This broad mandate allows them to support companies throughout their lifecycle. While specific first check sizes can vary significantly based on the opportunity and stage, Breyer Capital typically writes initial checks ranging from approximately $1 million for promising early-stage ventures to upwards of $100 million for substantial late-stage or private equity investments. Their capacity to participate in large funding rounds is well-documented, with examples including their involvement in Anthropic's $450 million Series C and Databricks' $1.6 billion Series H, showcasing their ability to deploy significant capital into high-growth, market-defining companies.