Playground Global

VC Palo Alto, California, United States ·Founded 2015

Overview

We invest in frontier technology companies poised to create multi-generational impact. With $825 million in AUM across two core funds, Playground typically leads $3-15M initial investments in Seed and Series A companies. Our focus is on solving complex, technical challenges in areas such as AI, quantum and next-generation computing, industrial automation and logistics, and engineered biology. We make concentrated early-stage bets and target high ownership in the companies in which we invest.

Investment Focus

  • Technical founders with innovative ideas in deep technology sectors
  • Companies addressing fundamental challenges with transformative solutions
  • Startups seeking early-stage funding to scale their operations
  • Technical founders working at the intersection of AI, engineered biology, next-gen compute, and hard science.

Portfolio Companies

Strand TherapeuticsUltima GenomicsRelativity SpaceRapidSOSPsiQuantumNervana SystemsAyar Labsd-matrixMosaicMLVelo3DFarmWiseOwl Labs

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Frequently asked questions about Playground Global

What sectors does Playground Global invest in?

Playground Global invests in Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Software, FinTech and Artificial Intelligence, and is based in Palo Alto, California, United States. Playground Global is listed as a vc in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does Playground Global invest at?

Playground Global backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B, Growth and Late Stage, writing cheques of $1M - $3M.

Which regions does Playground Global invest in?

Playground Global invests across United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, Hong Kong and Japan.

Who are the partners at Playground Global?

Team members listed for Playground Global include Jeannie Entin (Principal and founder) and Marissa H. (Operating Partner, People and Talent).

What companies has Playground Global invested in?

Playground Global's portfolio includes Strand Therapeutics, Ultima Genomics, Relativity Space, RapidSOS, PsiQuantum, Nervana Systems, Ayar Labs and d-matrix.

How do I contact Playground Global?

Playground Global's contact details — including phone and LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.

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