
Primer Sazze Partners
Description
Sazze Partners, often referred to in connection with "Primer Sazze Partners," is a prominent venture capital firm based in San Jose, California. Established in 2014, the firm has carved out a niche as an early-stage investor, primarily targeting Seed and Series A rounds. Their investment philosophy centers on identifying companies with ambitious visions and the potential to create significant, world-changing impact. Sazze Partners seeks to partner with founders who are not only innovative but also possess strong execution capabilities, aiming to support them through critical growth phases.
The firm demonstrates a clear strategic focus across several high-growth sectors. They are particularly active in B2B SaaS, artificial intelligence (AI), FinTech, and healthcare, reflecting their belief in the transformative power of technology in these domains. Sazze Partners is known for its hands-on approach, often taking a lead investor role in funding rounds, which underscores their commitment to the success of their portfolio companies. This active engagement goes beyond capital, extending to strategic guidance and network leverage.
Sazze Partners typically deploys initial checks ranging from $500,000 to $2,000,000, aligning with their focus on early-stage ventures. Since its inception, the firm has built a robust portfolio, having made over 50 investments across various innovative startups. Their track record also includes a notable number of successful exits, demonstrating their ability to identify and nurture promising companies to significant milestones. The firm emphasizes long-term partnerships, providing not just financial backing but also operational support to help founders navigate the challenges of scaling a business.
Investor Profile
Primer Sazze Partners has backed more than 121 startups, with 8 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 31 rounds, about 26% of its total and boasts 3 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Pre Seed rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in South Korea, United States, Japan.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI).
- Led 4 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $500K – $2M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (66%)
- Series A (22%)
- Pre Seed (5%)
- Series B (3%)
- Series Unknown (2%)
- Angel (1%)
- Convertible Note (1%)
Country Focus
- South Korea (59%)
- United States (36%)
- Japan (2%)
- China (1%)
- Indonesia (1%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Information Technology
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- E-commerce
- Machine Learning
- Apps
- Retail
- Marketing
- Health Care
- Saas
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