Fund profile

Ten VC

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About

10vc is a venture capital firm based on the West Coast, co-founded by Ben Patterson and Daniel Ramirez in 2022. The firm focuses on investing in pre-seed and seed-stage companies that are building breakthrough technologies. Their investment strategy emphasizes early-stage startups in areas such as synthetic biology, AI/ML, energy transition, and advanced manufacturing. They aim to back founders with transformative ideas that can scale into impactful platforms. Notable companies in 10vc's portfolio include Remitly, Luminar, Aurora Solar, Maxwell, and Anduril, showcasing their ability to identify high-potential startups across diverse industries. Their typical investment ranges around $1 million, and they actively work alongside founders to help accelerate growth and de-risk their companies. 10vc’s model leverages a global network of partners, including research labs, accelerators, and industry leaders in sectors like fintech, healthcare, and cybersecurity. With a collaborative approach, they provide startups with not just capital but also strategic guidance and access to critical expertise in growth, marketing, and technology. Based in Millbrae, California, 10vc has quickly built a reputation for supporting innovative founders and helping them scale from the earliest stages to IPOs.

Details

Average check

$100K-$500K$500K-$1M

Round

Pre-SeedSeed

Geo focus

Highlights

$3.6M

Historical average check

$9M

Historical max check

January 2025

Last investment date

10

Investments

Software & Apps

AI & Deep Tech

Consumer Goods & Electronics

Biotech

Natural Resources

Hardware. Robotics & IoT

Social media

Data & Analytics

Transportation & Mobility

Legal & Professional services

Other

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