Presence Capital

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Investor type

Founded

2015

AUM

$10 M

Location

San Francisco, California, United States

Investment Ticket

$5-10 m

Investment Stage

Series A Seed Pre-seed Series B Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

North America

Investor profile last updated: 21 August, 2026

Profile

Presence Capital is a venture capital firm based in the San Francisco Bay Area, focusing on augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) technologies. It was founded by a team of experienced investors and entrepreneurs, including Amitt Mahajan, a former CTO of MyMiniLife and co-founder of Toro, and Paul Bragiel, a seasoned investor with experience founding multiple funds across continents. The firm is unique in its concentrated specialization in AR and VR technologies, aiming to support passionate entrepreneurs in these sectors.

Presence Capital invests in companies that leverage AR and VR to transform communication, work, and play. The firm typically invests at various stages, from seed to growth, with a focus on North America. The total assets under management include their initial $10M fund announced on their site.

The firm's notable investments include companies such as AppliedVR, which offers VR-based treatments for chronic pain, and Simbe Robotics, which focuses on automating retail with robotics solutions. These investments showcase Presence Capital's focus on technology-driven innovations that have practical applications across industries.

Industry

SaaS Robotics Media and Entertainment Business Services (B2B) Software AI Technology VR/AR HealthTech

Presence Capital Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
Augmented and Virtual Reality Fund	Venture Capital (VC)	Robotics AI Technology VR/AR HealthTech	Seed Series A Series B	North America	$5-10 m	—	September 2026

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Paul Bragiel Founding Partner

Founding Partner

Phil Chen Managing Partner

Managing Partner

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FAQs about Presence Capital

Is Presence Capital a venture capital or private equity firm?

Presence Capital is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Series A, Seed, Pre-seed, Series B and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $5-10 m.

Where is Presence Capital located?

Presence Capital is located in San Francisco, California, United States.

When was Presence Capital founded?

Presence Capital was founded in 2015.

What sectors and industries does Presence Capital invest in?

Presence Capital invests in companies and startups in SaaS, Robotics, Media and Entertainment, Business Services (B2B), Software, AI, Technology, VR/AR, HealthTech.

What is Presence Capital geographical focus of investments?

Presence Capital invests in companies and startups in North America.

At what stages of companies and startups does Presence Capital typically invest in?

Presence Capital invests in companies and startups at Series A, Seed, Pre-seed, Series B, Late Stage (Series C+).

What is the usual amount of Presence Capital investment?

Presence Capital usually invests $5-10 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Presence Capital?

Presence Capital has around $10m assets under management.

What are the contacts of Presence Capital?

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