Rex Woodbury

Overview

Daybreak is an early-stage venture capital firm founded by Rex Woodbury, focusing on pre-seed and seed investments in sectors such as consumer internet, entertainment, sports, fintech, and media. The firm typically invests between $500,000 and $1,000,000 in each portfolio company. Prior to establishing Daybreak, Rex was a Partner at Index Ventures, where he concentrated on internet, software, and marketplace businesses with potential for viral adoption. During his tenure at Index Ventures, he invested in companies like Persona, Flagship, Gather, Creative Juice, PiñataFarms, and Beam Impact. Rex also writes 'Digital Native,' a weekly publication about how technology and people intersect, which reaches over 55,000 readers. Before his venture capital career, Rex was the CEO and Co-Founder of Worthy, an organization that connected mentors and mentees in the LGBTQ+ community. He has also held roles at TPG Growth and The Rise Fund, investing across sectors like internet, software, fintech, and impact. Rex holds a Bachelor of Arts from Dartmouth College, an MBA from Stanford University Graduate School of Business, and was a Knight-Hennessy Scholar at Stanford University. Rex's investment strategy emphasizes supporting early-stage founders in sectors that intersect with technology and media. His focus on the creator economy reflects his belief in the transformative power of digital platforms and content creation. This approach is evident in his investments in companies like Mad Realities, an interactive, audience-owned TV platform. Rex's background as an influencer with a substantial social media following has informed his understanding of the evolving digital landscape and the opportunities it presents for entrepreneurs. His experience in both investing and content creation allows him to provide unique insights and support to the startups he backs. Through Daybreak, Rex continues to champion innovative startups that leverage technology to create new forms of entertainment, financial services, and media consumption. His commitment to fostering the next generation of entrepreneurs is evident in his active involvement in the startup ecosystem and his dedication to identifying and nurturing high-potential companies. Rex's leadership at Daybreak underscores his vision for a future where technology and media converge to redefine industries and consumer experiences.

Investment Focus

• Innovative business models
• Scalable growth potential
• Strong founding teams

Portfolio Companies