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Forerunner Ventures
AddedFeb 13, 2024
UpdatedJul 16, 2026
Forerunner Ventures

Forerunner Ventures

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Forerunner Ventures: A US-based venture capital firm investing in e-commerce, tech, and retail sectors.

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San Francisco, CA, US
Founded
2010
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Forerunner Ventures is a US-based venture capital firm that focuses on investing in e-commerce, technology, and retail sectors. The firm typically participates in Seed, Series A, and Series B funding rounds, with a notable presence in Series A (53 rounds) and Seed (50 rounds) investments. Forerunner Ventures leverages its deep understanding of consumer behavior and market trends to identify and support high-potential startups.

Notable portfolio companies include Chime, Glossier, Jet.com, Faire, and Hims & Hers. The firm is led by key partners who bring extensive experience and a strong network within the industry. Forerunner Ventures is known for its investment philosophy centered around empathy and conviction, aiming to build lasting relationships with entrepreneurs. They offer unique value-add services such as strategic guidance, operational support, and access to a broad network of industry experts to help their portfolio companies scale effectively.

Forerunner Ventures - Portfolio Snapshot

Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages

Total Investments154
Current Portfolio Count73
Total Portfolio Exits5

Top Investment Stages

Series A54 (37.8%)
Seed50 (35.0%)
Series B22 (15.4%)
Series C12 (8.4%)
Series Unknown5 (3.5%)

Stage Mix

Series A 38%Seed 35%Series B 15%Series C 8%Series Unknown 3%

Concentration shown as share of disclosed investments by stage.

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Forerunner Ventures - Classification

Also Known As
  • Forerunner Ventures Management LLC
NAICS
  • 520000Finance and Insurance
  • 523000Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
  • 523900Other Financial Investment Activities
  • 523990All Other Financial Investment Activities
  • 523999Miscellaneous Financial Investment Activities
SIC
  • 6700Holding And Other Investment Offices
  • 6790Miscellaneous Investing
  • 6799Investors, Not Elsewhere Classified
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NAICS
  • 525000Funds, Trusts, and Other Financial Vehicles
  • 523910Miscellaneous Intermediation
  • 523940Portfolio Management and Investment Advice
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  • 6000Depository Institutions
  • 6720Investment Offices
  • 6722Management Investment Offices, Open-end