StartX

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Investor type

VC

Founded

2009

AUM

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Location

Palo Alto, California, United States

Investment Ticket

$0-1 m

Investment Stage

Seed Series A Series B

Region of investment

North America
Investor profile last updated: 16 August, 2026

Profile

StartX is a mission-driven accelerator and incubator based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2009. It is a unique, founder-led community that supports Stanford's most accomplished entrepreneurs without taking equity or charging fees. The team comprises 73 professionals who provide mentorship, resources, and access to a vast network of Stanford alumni and industry leaders.

StartX invests in a wide range of sectors including e-commerce, consumer internet, clean technology, biotechnology, and automotive. The firm primarily focuses on seed and Series A stages, with typical check sizes ranging from $10K to $1M. StartX has a strong presence in the United States and has supported over 1,065 investments, with a total portfolio valuation of $200 billion.

Notable companies in StartX's portfolio include Lime - a micro-mobility service, Patreon - a membership platform for creators, and Eight Sleep - a sleep fitness company. These companies exemplify the innovative spirit and potential that StartX nurtures within its community.

Industry

Automotive Biotechnology Consumer Products E-commerce/Marketplace CleanTech

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Anne Caillat Vice President, Programs & Community
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Cameron Teitelman Founder, CEO & Head of Admissions
Founder, CEO & Head of Admissions
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FAQs about StartX

StartX is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed, Series A and Series B, writing tickets of $0-1 m.
StartX is located in Palo Alto, California, United States.
StartX was founded in 2009.
StartX invests in companies and startups in Automotive, Biotechnology, Consumer Products, E-commerce/Marketplace, CleanTech.
StartX invests in companies and startups in North America.
StartX invests in companies and startups at Seed, Series A, Series B.
StartX usually invests $0-1 m on average.
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