
Right Side Capital Management
Description
Right Side Capital Management (RSCM) is a prominent San Francisco-based micro-VC firm specializing exclusively in pre-seed stage technology startups. Known for its high-volume, data-driven investment approach, RSCM aims to identify and fund promising early-stage companies with remarkable speed. The firm's strategy is designed to provide crucial initial capital, enabling startups to achieve key milestones and attract subsequent larger funding rounds.
RSCM distinguishes itself through its rapid decision-making process, often making investment commitments within days or weeks of initial contact. This agility allows them to capitalize on emerging opportunities and support a broad array of innovative ventures. Their model is built on efficiency and scale, enabling them to be one of the most active investors in the pre-seed space.
With a portfolio boasting investments in over 2,000 companies, Right Side Capital Management has established itself as a prolific early-stage backer. Their typical first check size ranges from $100,000 to $250,000, providing essential capital for nascent companies to develop their minimum viable product, conduct initial market validation, or secure their first customers. This focused investment strategy positions RSCM as a critical first money-in partner for numerous aspiring tech entrepreneurs across various sectors.
Investor Profile
Right Side Capital Management has backed more than 1,377 startups, with 8 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 50 rounds, about 4% of its total and boasts 203 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Convertible Note, Seed, Pre Seed rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Canada, United Kingdom.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, SaaS, Information Technology.
- Led 4 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $100K – $250K.
Stage Focus
- Convertible Note (39%)
- Seed (30%)
- Pre Seed (27%)
- Series Unknown (3%)
- Angel (1%)
- Series A (1%)
Country Focus
- United States (87%)
- Canada (6%)
- United Kingdom (2%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Saas
- Information Technology
- Health Care
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Analytics
- Mobile
- Internet
- Finance
- E-commerce
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