Precursor Ventures

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Investor type

PE / VC

Founded

2015

AUM

Location

San Francisco, California, United States

Investment Ticket

$0-1 m

Investment Stage

Pre-seed Seed

Region of investment

North America

Investor profile last updated: 18 August, 2026

Profile

Precursor Ventures is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2015. The firm focuses on pre-seed and seed stage investments, emphasizing long-term relationships with founders. The team consists of six professionals who are dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs at the earliest stages of their journey.

Precursor Ventures invests across a variety of sectors including finance, technology, business-to-business, and business-to-consumer industries. They primarily invest in companies located in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The firm typically writes checks ranging from $250K to $500K. Notable funds include their initial fund launched in 2015, although specific AUM details are not provided.

The firm has backed several notable companies such as Pair Eyewear - customizable eyewear, Juniper Square - real estate investment management, Carrot Fertility - fertility benefits, Incredible Health - healthcare staffing, and The Athletic - sports media. These investments highlight Precursor Ventures' commitment to supporting innovative startups across diverse industries.

Industry

Software Media and Entertainment Hardware Fintech Education Consumer Products Consumer Services (B2C) Digital E-commerce/Marketplace Healthcare Services Internet and Web Services SaaS Technology

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Charles Hudson Managing Partner

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FAQs about Precursor Ventures

Is Precursor Ventures a venture capital or private equity firm?

Precursor Ventures is a venture capital and private equity firm. It backs companies at Pre-seed and Seed, writing tickets of $0-1 m.

Where is Precursor Ventures located?

Precursor Ventures is located in San Francisco, California, United States.

When was Precursor Ventures founded?

Precursor Ventures was founded in 2015.

What sectors and industries does Precursor Ventures invest in?

Precursor Ventures invests in companies and startups in Software, Media and Entertainment, Hardware, Fintech, Education, Consumer Products, Consumer Services (B2C), Digital, E-commerce/Marketplace, Healthcare Services, Internet and Web Services, SaaS, Technology.

What is Precursor Ventures geographical focus of investments?

Precursor Ventures invests in companies and startups in North America.

At what stages of companies and startups does Precursor Ventures typically invest in?

Precursor Ventures invests in companies and startups at Pre-seed, Seed.

What is the usual amount of Precursor Ventures investment?

Precursor Ventures usually invests $0-1 m on average.

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