Joe Beninato
Overview
An experienced angel investor specializing in technology sectors. With a background in aerospace engineering from MIT, Joe has founded and led multiple startups, including When.com, Tello (creators of PassTools), and Banter. He has also held key roles at companies like S3, Roku, and Google X. Joe's investment focus includes consumer electronics, enterprise software, mobile, and consumer internet. He has invested in companies such as Charles Chocolates, BetterCompany, Tello, Ofoto, Butterfleye, Bento, Hatch Baby, Carlypso, Dwell, One Drop, and Red Clay. Joe is based in Los Altos, California, and is active in the Silicon Valley startup community, serving on various boards and as an advisor to numerous companies.
Investment Focus
- Strong founder-market fit
- Innovative technology solutions
- Scalable business models
- Experienced and passionate founding teams
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Joe Beninato invest in?
Joe Beninato invests in Technology, Software, Internet, Mobile and Consumer Electronics, and is based in California, United States. Joe Beninato is listed as a angel investor in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Joe Beninato invest at?
Joe Beninato backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B, Growth and Late Stage, writing cheques of 500K - 5M.
Which regions does Joe Beninato invest in?
Joe Beninato invests across United States.
What companies has Joe Beninato invested in?
Joe Beninato's portfolio includes Bento, Butterfleye, BetterCompany, Red Clay, Dwell, Hatch Baby, One Drop and Charles Chocolates.
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