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Conviction accelerates early-stage AI-native software startups by providing capital and hands-on support. The firm typically writes checks ranging from $1 million to $15 million, often as the first investor. It operates as a venture capital firm focused on Software 3.0, leveraging its network and programs to help founders scale. Programs like Embed, Mixture of Experts, and Commit foster early AI talent and guide portfolio companies. This approach aims to accelerate product development and capture value across AI-enabled industries.
Initial check size
Hardware / software
B2B / B2C
Investment style
Generalist
Data last enriched
Aug 14, 2026
Investing team
- Sarah GuoInvestor
- Mike VernalInvestor
- Pranav ReddyInvestor
- Bella Garcia-CamargoInvestor
Notable investments
Mistral, Cognition, Harvey, Sierra, HeyGen, Baseten, Cartesia, OpenEvidence, Essential AI, Listen Labs