Jared Polis
Overview
Jared Polis is an American entrepreneur and angel investor based in Boulder, Colorado. He has invested in various technology startups, including Foodzie, EventVue, and madKast. His investment focus spans sectors such as e-commerce, marketplaces, food and beverage, local businesses, and handcrafted goods. He typically engages in seed-stage investments, with individual investments around $1 million. In addition to his investment activities, Polis co-founded TechStars in 2006, a global venture capital firm and startup accelerator. He also founded ProFlowers in 1998, an online florist that went public in 2003 and was acquired by Liberty Media in 2005. His diverse entrepreneurial ventures have contributed to his reputation as a prominent figure in the tech and investment communities. Polis's investment philosophy emphasizes supporting innovative startups across various industries, particularly those with a strong online presence and potential for significant growth. His experience as an entrepreneur informs his approach to identifying and nurturing promising early-stage companies.
Investment Focus
- Innovative business models
- Strong online presence
- Scalable growth potential
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Jared Polis invest in?
Jared Polis invests in Technology, Consumer Goods, Retail, E-commerce and Food and Beverage, and is based in Colorado, United States. Jared Polis is listed as a angel investor in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Jared Polis invest at?
Jared Polis backs companies at Seed, writing cheques of 1M - 1M.
Which regions does Jared Polis invest in?
Jared Polis invests across United States.
What companies has Jared Polis invested in?
Jared Polis's portfolio includes Foodzie, EventVue and madKast.
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