Y Ventures

Y Ventures focuses on the internet consumer space, primarily investing in students and first-time entrepreneurs. The fund typically participates in seed, Series A, and Series B rounds, supporting startups from early stages through growth phases.

Co-founded by industry leaders Jawed Karim (YouTube co-founder), Kevin Hartz (Eventbrite co-founder), and Keith Rabois, Y Ventures leverages their extensive experience to guide portfolio companies. Their notable investment includes Airbnb, which has raised over $119 million. The fund's unique value proposition lies in its founders' deep industry knowledge and network in the tech and consumer internet sectors.