Karlin Ventures

Karlin Ventures is a Los Angeles-based early-stage venture capital firm that operates as an affiliate of Karlin Asset Management, which manages over $1.4 billion in unleveraged equity. Founded in 2013, the firm focuses on supporting entrepreneurs who take bold, contrarian approaches to solving complex problems. Karlin Ventures primarily invests in enterprise software, e-commerce, marketplaces, advertising technology, and education technology, but remains open to disruptive ideas across other verticals. Their investment strategy revolves around early-stage funding, with typical investments ranging from $100,000 to $2 million. Karlin Ventures prefers to co-invest alongside other firms and actively participates in follow-on rounds, adding value through mentorship and operational guidance. Notable portfolio companies include Policygenius, ChowNow, and ShipHawk, covering industries such as logistics, healthcare, and insurtech. Karlin Ventures’ geographic focus is primarily the U.S., where they partner with founders to scale their solutions, often emphasizing markets that require impactful, technology-driven innovations. The firm is known for providing more than just capital, fostering long-term relationships with founders by leveraging deep industry expertise and strategic support.