Xfund is an early-stage venture capital firm with offices in Palo Alto and Cambridge, focusing on supporting lateral thinkers and entrepreneurs who experiment across disciplines. The firm invests primarily in seed and Series A rounds, with a particular interest in consumer technology, enterprise technology, and healthcare sectors. Xfund's unique approach combines the expertise of successful venture capital firms with partnerships from leading research universities.
Notable portfolio companies include 23andMe, Guideline, and Zumper. Founded by Patrick Chung and Hugo Van Vuuren, Xfund offers a pioneering partnership model that caters to students, faculty, staff, and alumni from top universities. The firm's investment philosophy emphasizes backing innovative ideas that bridge multiple fields, providing support for entrepreneurs who think laterally and challenge traditional boundaries.
Portfolio Snapshot
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