Starting Line Capital
VC · Chicago · United States
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Starting Line is an early-stage venture capital fund located in Chicago, Illinois, founded in 2018 and managed by Ezra Galston. The firm specializes in investing in consumer startups and brands that are leading behavioral and economic changes. It typically invests between $100K and $3M in pre-seed and seed rounds. The fund focuses on sectors such as consumer internet, fintech, food and agriculture, future of work, logistics, marketplaces, and Web3/crypto. Starting Line's portfolio includes a range of innovative products and services, including AI-driven health apps and marketplaces connecting athletes with fans. The firm is known for its hands-on approach, often acting as a significant early customer for its portfolio companies and providing operational support in addition to capital. Starting Line collaborates with other investors, including Social Starts, Origin Ventures, and Lightspeed Venture Partners. With a total of 38 investments and a commitment to supporting U.S.-based startups, Starting Line aims to foster growth in cutting-edge consumer technologies and services.
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