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Altos Ventures
Menlo Park, United States
Leading
About
Altos Ventures, founded in 1996 and based in Menlo Park, California, is a prominent venture capital firm managing over $10 billion in assets. Known for its early-stage investments, Altos Ventures focuses on consumer and enterprise technology companies. Some of their most notable investments include Coupang, Woowa Brothers, Roblox, and Toss, with Coupang achieving a valuation exceeding $100 billion at its IPO. Altos Ventures typically makes initial investments ranging from $1 to $5 million, aiming to support the full lifecycle of their portfolio companies. They are known for their hands-on approach, providing significant operational support and partnering closely with management teams to build strong, scalable businesses. Their investment strategy emphasizes strong operating fundamentals and attractive unit economics, targeting emerging opportunities in both the consumer and enterprise sectors. The firm has a significant presence in Asia, particularly in Korea and Japan, where they have successfully backed several unicorns. Key figures at Altos Ventures include co-founders Han Kim and Ho Nam, who bring extensive experience and a deep understanding of the startup ecosystem. Startups seeking investment from Altos should demonstrate robust business models and the potential for long-term growth.
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$503.3k
Historical average check
$56.6M
Historical max check
June 2024
Last investment date
344
Investments
Web 3.0
Fintech & Financial services
Data & Analytics
E-commerce & Retail
Fashion & Apparel
Gaming
Software & Apps
Education
AI & Deep Tech
Other
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