Grep VC

Grep VC, founded in 2020 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, is an early-stage venture capital firm focused on Robotics as a Service (RaaS). Grep VC’s mission is to support companies creating robots for enterprise applications, offering highly targeted and scalable solutions. The firm identifies RaaS as the next big wave of technology, comparable to how SaaS (Software as a Service) transformed industries in the past. Co-founded by Bruno Bowden and Paul Willard, both seasoned engineers and investors, Grep VC takes an operator-first approach, spending significant time with startups to accelerate their growth. The firm's investment philosophy centers around scalable, affordable robotics built using commoditized hardware rather than groundbreaking technology, allowing startups to enter large markets efficiently. The firm has a portfolio of around 10 investments, including companies like Peanut Robotics and Electric Sheep, which focus on robotics for specialized tasks in commercial and industrial environments. Grep VC’s investments typically target hardware and commercial product companies with a strong emphasis on enterprise solutions. The firm’s hands-on approach and deep expertise in AI, SaaS, and hardware enable it to provide more than just financial backing; it also offers strategic guidance to help its portfolio companies thrive.