
Fusion
Description
Fusion VC is a distinctive venture capital fund and accelerator headquartered in Santa Monica, California, with a specialized focus on empowering Israeli entrepreneurs. The firm's core mission is to facilitate the successful expansion of early-stage Israeli startups into the competitive United States market. By combining strategic capital with an intensive accelerator program, Fusion VC aims to bridge the geographical and cultural gaps, providing a robust platform for these companies to thrive and scale their operations within the American ecosystem.
The firm primarily targets seed-stage companies, offering more than just financial investment. Fusion VC's model integrates comprehensive support, including access to a valuable network of industry experts, mentors, and potential partners, alongside tailored guidance designed to navigate the intricacies of the US business landscape. This hands-on approach is crucial for startups looking to adapt their products, refine their market fit, and establish a strong presence outside of Israel.
Regarding its investment strategy, Fusion VC is quite specific about its financial commitments. The firm typically deploys a first check ranging between $500,000 and $1,000,000, indicating a significant initial commitment to the promising ventures it selects. Furthermore, Fusion VC maintains a consistent investment pace, aiming to back approximately 10 to 12 new companies each year. This structured approach allows them to provide dedicated attention and resources to each cohort, fostering a collaborative environment for growth. Their unique position as both a fund and an accelerator makes them a key player in connecting Israeli innovation with American market opportunities.
Investor Profile
Fusion has backed more than 74 startups, with 2 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 4 rounds, about 5% of its total and boasts 5 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Pre Seed, Seed, Non Equity Assistance rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in Israel, United States.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Artificial Intelligence (AI), SaaS.
- Typical check size: $500K – $1M.
Stage Focus
- Pre Seed (69%)
- Seed (23%)
- Non Equity Assistance (5%)
- Series A (1%)
- Series Unknown (1%)
Country Focus
- Israel (57%)
- United States (42%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Saas
- Information Technology
- Machine Learning
- Health Care
- Human Resources
- Recruiting
- Gaming
- Cyber Security
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