Manatt Venture Fund - aVenture Asset Manager Research
Location
Los Angeles, CA, US
Founded
2000
Manatt Venture Fund is the investment arm of the Los Angeles-based law firm Manatt, Phelps & Philips, LLP. The firm focuses on a diverse range of sectors including digital and technology consulting, gaming, and the metaverse. They typically invest in various stages such as Seed, Series A, and Series B, with occasional involvement in later stages like Series C and D. Their investment sizes vary, supporting companies from early-stage to growth phases.
Notable portfolio companies include Chegg, Etsy, Pinterest, and Varo Bank. The fund benefits from the expertise of key partners affiliated with Manatt, Phelps & Philips, LLP, leveraging their extensive legal and business networks. Their investment philosophy centers on enabling startups to navigate economic challenges while preserving resources. Unique value-add services include strategic consulting and access to a broad array of legal and financial advisory services, enhancing the growth potential of their portfolio companies.
Manatt Venture Fund - Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages
