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The 81 Collection's investment thesis is to back exceptional teams that tackle real, often overlooked, and challenging problems within the 81% of the economy that traditional venture capitalists typically ignore. By focusing on unsexy sectors and industries, we aim to generate outsized returns through strategic early-stage investments and leveraging their experience to accelerate growth and value creation.
Stage focus
Lead / follow
Check size
Ownership target
Specialization
Generalist / Specialist
Specialist
Does not invest in
pure play software
Investing team
Alex KirshenbaumVice President
Vijen PatelGeneral Partner