Mischief
Overview
Mischief is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, focusing on early-stage software companies across multiple sectors. The firm invests between $1 million and $5 million in seed and Series A rounds, targeting innovative startups in areas such as fintech, infrastructure and security, healthcare, climate, crypto, and SaaS. Their portfolio includes companies like Gravy, Backpack, Cardless, Friday Harbor, and Town. The firm's investment strategy emphasizes close collaboration with founders, leveraging their collective experience in building companies across diverse industries. With a partnership of four generalists, Mischief aims to provide strategic guidance and support to early-stage companies, drawing from their backgrounds in raising significant venture capital, hiring executives, and generating substantial revenue. Mischief's team comprises individuals with diverse backgrounds, including Dustin, former head of product at Cash App since its launch; Lauren, former founder of Dote Shopping; Nate, former head of product at Front and founder; and Zach, current CEO and founder of Plaid. This diverse experience enables them to empathize with and collaborate on the challenges early-stage founders face, offering valuable insights and support to their portfolio companies.
Investment Focus
- Early-stage software companies
- Seed and Series A funding stages
- Innovative solutions across various sectors
- Innovative software solutions
- Strong founding teams
- Scalable business models
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Mischief invest in?
Mischief invests in Healthcare, FinTech, SaaS, Climate, Crypto and Infrastructure & Security, and is based in San Francisco, United States. Mischief is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Mischief invest at?
Mischief backs companies at Seed and Series A, writing cheques of 1M - 5M.
Which regions does Mischief invest in?
Mischief invests across United States.
Who are the partners at Mischief?
Team members listed for Mischief include Lauren Farleigh (Co-founder & General Partner) and Dustin Moring (General Partner).
What companies has Mischief invested in?
Mischief's portfolio includes Coinbase, Figma, Ramp, Faire, Cardless, Rain, Modern Treasury and Alloy.
How do I contact Mischief?
Mischief's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
Last updated · Source: ConnectSafely investor database
