Founded in 2004, First Round Capital is a premier seed-stage venture capital firm based in San Francisco and New York. First Round focuses exclusively on being the first institutional investor in technology companies, providing capital, community, and hands-on support from day one.
First Round invests across enterprise software, consumer technology, AI & machine learning, fintech, healthcare, and developer tools. Their philosophy: be the first believer in exceptional founders, providing not just capital but an entire platform of community, resources, and operational support.
With portfolio companies including Uber, Square, Notion, Roblox, Warby Parker, Flatiron Health, and many more, First Round has established itself as one of the most respected seed investors in technology. The firm has backed 17 unicorns and supported 548+ companies since its founding.
"The best companies often look like bad ideas at first. Our job is to find the founders who see what others can't — and back them before anyone else does."
Apply to the Apex Startup Discovery Program
Aligned with First Round Capital's investment focus. Precondition: You must be an Apex Participant to submit. Registration is complimentary and includes 2 Golden Ads. This project is part of Apex Master Expos.
Apex Ecosystem with Golden Ads
"Who I Am · What I Want"
Complimentary for Apex Participants. Become an Apex Participant at myapex.me — registration is complimentary and includes 2 Golden Ads. Part of Apex Master Expos.
Apex is a living ecosystem — one of its kind. A decentralized, member-owned global business platform across 80+ countries where preferred venture partners such as First Round Capital can explore early-stage innovation quietly and selectively, while founders showcase on their MySite and gain clarity on what long-term investors truly seek. No middleman. By members, for members.