Initialized Capital

We set the standard in seed stage venture capital, backing founders with grit, audacity, and a spark of rebellion. We test for obsession and intellectual honesty and make it clear we mirror that mentality. We're excited by what could be, resilient in the face of challenge, ambitious, empathetic, and collaborative. Our team is built for what you nee

Portfolio
6 companies
Tracked Valuation
$24B
Companies Valued
4 of 6
Location
San Francisco, California, United States
Founded
2012
Team size
26

Investment focus

Initialized Capital's portfolio on More Capital spans healthcare & biotech, hr & workforce, consumer & social, enterprise software. The firm is based in San Francisco, California, United States. Of the 6 portfolio companies tracked here, 4 have publicly reported valuations totaling approximately $24B.

If your company is backed by Initialized Capital

Employees at companies backed by Initialized Capital may encounter this fund's name on their cap table, in board communications, or in funding announcements. Understanding who invests in your employer can provide useful context when evaluating your equity.

What this means for your stock

Institutional investors like Initialized Capital typically hold preferred shares with rights that differ from the common stock or options held by employees. In a liquidity event, preferred shareholders may have liquidation preferences, anti-dilution protections, or board-level governance rights that affect the value of common equity. The specific terms depend on each company's funding agreements.

Secondary market considerations

Some venture-backed companies allow employees to sell shares on secondary markets, while others restrict transfers. Whether your company permits secondary sales, and under what conditions, is typically governed by the company's equity plan and any applicable right-of-first-refusal provisions — not by the fund itself. However, the presence of institutional investors can sometimes signal the maturity and governance structure of the company.

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Initialized Capital portfolio companies

6 companies tracked on More Capital, sorted by reported valuation. 2 companies do not have a publicly reported valuation.

Top holdings by valuation

By sector

Healthcare & Biotech (2)

HR & Workforce (1)

Consumer & Social (1)

Blockchain & Web3 (1)

Enterprise Software (1)

Industries invested in

Frequent co-investors

Funds that most frequently co-invest alongside Initialized Capital in the same companies.

Last verified: 2026-05-28

Portfolio data compiled from public filings, press releases, and industry databases. Valuations are reported figures and may not reflect current market conditions. Not investment advice. Consult a qualified advisor before making financial decisions.