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Finn Capital Partners

North America, California, United States, San Francisco

Description

Finn Capital Partners is a San Francisco-based early-stage venture capital firm established in 2020. The firm specializes in partnering with companies "shaping the future of commerce," focusing on the evolving landscape of retail, e-commerce, and the underlying infrastructure. Their investment thesis centers on identifying and supporting innovative technologies and business models that enhance the commerce ecosystem, aiming to back founders who are building foundational and disruptive solutions.

The firm primarily invests in Seed and Series A rounds, often taking a lead or co-lead position. They look for "optimists" building foundational technologies and disruptive solutions within the commerce space. Their portfolio demonstrates a clear emphasis on commerce infrastructure, including areas like logistics, returns management, marketing automation, and fintech solutions tailored for merchants. Finn Capital Partners aims to be an active partner, leveraging their deep industry expertise to support portfolio companies through their critical early growth phases.

Finn Capital Partners launched its debut fund, Fund I, in 2021, successfully raising $100 million to deploy into promising commerce startups. Their typical initial check size ranges from $1 million to $5 million, reflecting their commitment to early-stage, high-potential ventures. Since its inception, the firm has quickly built a robust portfolio of over 30 companies, demonstrating a proactive investment pace. They are recognized for their focused approach within the commerce sector, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance and network access to founders navigating a complex and rapidly changing market.

Investor Profile

Finn Capital Partners has backed more than 41 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 2 rounds, about 5% of its total and boasts 3 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, United Kingdom.
  • Strong thematic focus on E-Commerce, Food and Beverage, Fashion.
  • Typical check size: $1M – $5M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (44%)
  • Series A (17%)
  • Series Unknown (12%)
  • Series B (10%)
  • Convertible Note (5%)
  • Pre Seed (5%)
  • Series C (2%)
  • Private Equity (2%)
  • Angel (2%)

Country Focus

  • United States (98%)
  • United Kingdom (2%)

Industry Focus

  • E-commerce
  • Food And Beverage
  • Fashion
  • Retail
  • Consumer Goods
  • Beauty
  • Health Care
  • Snack Food
  • Shoes
  • Shopping
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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 Finn Capital Partners frequently co-invest with?

Blueberry Ventures
North America, California, United States, Belvedere Tiburon
Co-Investments: 3
Amplify.LA
North America, California, United States, Venice
Co-Investments: 2
BBG Ventures
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
Draper Associates
North America, California, United States, San Mateo
Co-Investments: 2
KEC Ventures
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
Brand Foundry Ventures
North America, Texas, United States, Austin
Co-Investments: 5
Boulder Food Group ('BFG')
North America, Colorado, United States, Boulder
Co-Investments: 4
Azure Capital Partners
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 2
Notable Capital
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 2
SoGal Ventures
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does Finn Capital Partners often collaborate with?

AK
North America, Arizona, United States, Phoenix
Shared Deals: 1
GN
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Shared Deals: 1
BS
North America, Illinois, United States, Chicago
Shared Deals: 3
HZ
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
AB
North America, Illinois, United States, Evanston
Shared Deals: 1
MP
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 2
RM
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 2
BK
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 2
CD
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1
SC
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 2

What are some of recent deals done by Finn Capital Partners?

Cake

Inglewood, California, United States

Cake offers tailor-made products for the bedroom, inspired by real couples, and designed for specific types of play.

E-CommerceSex IndustryWellness
Series ASep 27, 2022
Amount Raised: $8,000,000
Adgile Media Group

New York, New York, United States

Adgile Media Group is a truck-side advertising network that monitors audience, reach, and digital exposure.

Advertising
SeedMay 19, 2022
Amount Raised: $5,000,000
Builder.io

San Francisco, California, United States

Builder.io caters drag-and-drop visual editor, a headless content management system, and Developer Tools.

Developer ToolsSoftwareWeb Design
Series AOct 18, 2021
Amount Raised: $14,000,000
Disco

San Francisco, California, United States

Disco develops an AI-driven partnership platform that makes recommendations to consumers across brands.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Brand MarketingCRME-Commerce
SeedJun 29, 2021
Amount Raised: $4,250,000
Settle

San Francisco, California, United States

Settle is a cash-flow management platform that helps e-commerce and consumer brands manage their financial transactions.

B2BFinanceFinancial ServicesFinTechManagement ConsultingPaymentsSoftware
SeedNov 1, 2020
Amount Raised: $6,000,000
Cappello's

Denver, Colorado, United States

Cappello’s is a Colorado-based gourmet food company specializing in high-end, gluten-free, grain-free products.

Consumer GoodsFood and BeverageSnack Food
Series BSep 30, 2020
Cake

Inglewood, California, United States

Cake offers tailor-made products for the bedroom, inspired by real couples, and designed for specific types of play.

E-CommerceSex IndustryWellness
SeedJun 16, 2020
Amount Raised: $1,400,000
Crown Affair

New York, New York, United States

Crown Affair is a haircare brand that helps individuals develop a healthy hair care routine.

BeautyConsumer GoodsPersonal Health
SeedJun 4, 2020
Amount Raised: $100,000
OLIPOP

Oakland, California, United States

OLIPOP is the clinically backed consumer beverage that meets consumer’s real-world taste preferences in a delicious tonic.

Food and BeverageHealth Care
Series AJan 29, 2020
Amount Raised: $10,000,000
Crown Affair

New York, New York, United States

Crown Affair is a haircare brand that helps individuals develop a healthy hair care routine.

BeautyConsumer GoodsPersonal Health
SeedJan 28, 2020
Amount Raised: $1,700,000