The firm's investment philosophy emphasizes admiration for founders and a desire to see impactful products in the world. Unique to Very Serious Ventures is their dedication to founder wellness, reserving a portion of capital for wellness stipends. Additionally, all fund returns are donated to charity, reflecting their mission-driven approach. Key partners bring extensive experience and networks to the table, enhancing their value-add to portfolio companies.
Very Serious Ventures - Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages
Portfolio Companies5
Current Portfolio Count5
Top Investment Stages
Pre-Seed3 (60.0%)
Seed2 (40.0%)
Stage Mix
Pre-Seed 60%Seed 40%
Very Serious Ventures
Very Serious Ventures is an early-stage investment fund focusing on pre-seed and seed rounds. The firm is managed by industry experts Joe Greenstein, Rachel Sheinbein, and Chase Adam. They invest in startups across various sectors, with a commitment to supporting founders both professionally and personally. Notable portfolio companies include Aspiration, BetterUp, Calm, and ClassDojo.
Concentration shown as share of disclosed investments by stage.
