
Time Ventures
Description
Time Ventures is the venture capital firm founded by Marc Benioff, the co-founder and CEO of Salesforce. Operating out of California, United States, the firm is renowned for its strategic early-stage investments and its commitment to supporting innovative projects not just with capital, but also with valuable consulting services. This approach leverages Benioff's extensive experience and vast network within the global technology sector, providing portfolio companies with a significant advantage.
The firm's investment scope is notably broad, reflecting Benioff's diverse interests and philanthropic endeavors. Time Ventures actively seeks out opportunities across various sectors, including enterprise software, artificial intelligence, healthcare, sustainability, and consumer technology. It often prioritizes companies that align with its founder's vision for innovation and positive societal impact, aiming to foster growth in areas that can drive significant change.
Time Ventures is an exceptionally active investor, having made over 180 investments since its inception. Of these, more than 20 have seen Time Ventures take on the role of a lead investor, underscoring its conviction in the potential of these ventures. Its impressive portfolio includes well-known companies such as DocuSign, Zoom, and Impossible Foods, demonstrating a consistent track record of backing successful and transformative businesses across diverse industries. The firm typically participates in seed and Series A rounds, providing crucial early capital and strategic guidance to nascent companies.
Beyond mere financial backing, Time Ventures distinguishes itself through its founder's hands-on approach and a deep commitment to fostering the growth of its portfolio companies. The firm's engagement frequently extends to providing mentorship and strategic advice, helping startups navigate the complexities of scaling and market entry. This holistic support, combined with its significant capital deployment capabilities, positions Time Ventures as a highly sought-after partner for early-stage startups aiming for substantial market impact and long-term success.
Investor Profile
Time Ventures has backed more than 42 startups, with 2 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 2 rounds, about 5% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series A, Series B, Seed rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Australia, Colombia.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Information Technology.
- Typical check size: $100K – $3M.
Stage Focus
- Series A (33%)
- Series B (24%)
- Seed (19%)
- Series Unknown (7%)
- Series C (7%)
- Series D (5%)
- Post Ipo Equity (5%)
Country Focus
- United States (86%)
- Australia (2%)
- Colombia (2%)
- Germany (2%)
- Canada (2%)
- United Kingdom (2%)
- Singapore (2%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Information Technology
- Renewable Energy
- Analytics
- Saas
- Sustainability
- Cryptocurrency
- Health Care
- Marketplace
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