Steven Lee

Overview

Steven Lee is a Partner at SV Angel, focusing on seed-stage investments in sectors such as AI, enterprise, fintech, and consumer technology. He has partnered with over 35 AI companies, including Modular, Captions, Skild AI, and Tabular. Prior to SV Angel, Steven was a Director at Bain Capital Ventures, working with portfolio companies like Clockwise and Magical. He also served as an early member of Twitter’s Global Market Insight & Analytics team. Steven holds a B.A. in economics from New York University and is actively involved in supporting Asian Pacific creators and businesses through organizations like Gold House. He is based in San Francisco with his wife and newborn daughter. Steven's investment strategy centers on identifying and nurturing early-stage companies that leverage technology to disrupt existing markets or create entirely new ones. His focus areas include artificial intelligence, enterprise solutions, fintech, and consumer technology. By partnering with innovative founders, Steven aims to build lasting companies that address significant market needs. With a background in both venture capital and startup operations, Steven brings a comprehensive perspective to his investments. His experience spans roles at Bain Capital Ventures and Twitter, where he contributed to the growth and success of various technology companies. This blend of operational insight and investment acumen informs his approach to supporting entrepreneurs in their journey to scale and succeed.

Investment Focus

• Seed-stage companies
• Technology-focused startups
• Innovative founders addressing significant market needs

Portfolio Companies