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2017
2017
Embark Ventures is a Los Angeles based venture capital firm focused on early-stage investments. We are focused on frontier/deep tech where proprietary technology creates a defensible competitive advantage. Specific areas of interest include robotics, applied AI/ML, advanced manufacturing, and neurotech/BCI. Representative investments include Parallel Systems, SafeAI, Optimal Dynamics, Machina Labs, Rugged Robotics, InVia Robotics, and Truvian Health.
2019
2019
Innovative industrial robotics company focused on manufacturing automation starting with sheet metal forming. Led the initial Seed round.
2009
2009
Leading connected TV advertising technology company. Led the initial Seed round.
2009
2009
Highly profitable and growing travel technology company focused on employee travel
2009
2009
Early stage venture investing. Internet, SaaS, Digital media, e-commerce, mobile, ad-tech. Los Angeles and Southern California focus. Seed and Pre-Seed/angel focused. Representative investments include MNTN, Embrace, Crexi, and Bridg.
2008 - 2010
2008 - 2010
2007 - 2009
2007 - 2009
Early stage Digital Media and IT venture capital investments.
2006 - 2007
2006 - 2007
Associate at Clearstone Venture Partners - venture capital firm based in Santa Monica with offices in Menlo Park and India. Specifically focused on technology/IT investments - both consumer and enterprise - with an emphasis on Southern California deals. Highlights from their past investments include Paypal (acquired by Ebay), Overture (acquired by Yahoo), United Online (Juno, Netzero), WeddingChannel.com, etoys, Good Technology, Meru Networks, and MP3.com.
2005 - 2006
2005 - 2006
Managing Director for a boutique consulting firm focused on advising and retained search for VC funded startup companies.
2005 - 2005
2005 - 2005
Ran all technical operations (Engineering project management, quality assurance, and IT) for digital media startup.