Draper Associates
Draper Associates is the global leader in early-stage venture capital. Founded in 1985, Draper Associates has built a reputation for encouraging entrepreneurs to drive their businesses to greatness, to transform industries with new technologies, and to build platforms for extraordinary growth, jobs and wealth creation. Draper Associates continues to innovate in providing capital to technology companies of all sizes and all geographies.
ABOUT DRAPER ASSOCIATES
The firm's investments have included Coinbase, Baidu, Tesla, Skype, SpaceX, Twitch, Hotmail, Focus Media, Robinhood, Carta, and other industry unicorns at the early stage.
Draper Associates emphasizes a hands-on approach, often working closely with entrepreneurs to help them navigate challenges and scale their businesses.
The firm seeks out disruptive innovations and visionary founders, often looking for companies that have the potential to transform industries.
The Draper Ecosystem includes popular television show Meet the Drapers, entrepreneur education platform Draper University, global network of hostels Draper Startup House, platform for freedom and trust Draper Hero Institute, and the global Draper Venture Network.