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First Ascent Associates

First Ascent Associates

San Francisco, Californiafirstascentassociates.com

Overview

First Ascent Associates is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California, focusing on early-stage investments, particularly in seed rounds . Founded in 2014, the firm targets a diverse array of market segments including sports, music, entertainment, housing, payments, online retail, transportation, shipping, office space, hotel rooms, and cannabis technology . They provide the necessary capital and expertise to help startups disrupt existing industries and bring innovative products to market . The firm prides itself on offering more than just financial support; they provide valuable resources, contacts, and guidance to help startups succeed . With a strong emphasis on empowering passionate founders, First Ascent Associates leverages its extensive network and industry knowledge to assist startups in reaching their full potential .

Year Founded

2014

Portfolio Companies

1

Investments

First Ascent Associates investments
CompanyDateStageLead
LawtradesDec 2016SeedCo-investor

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SeedSeries ASeries BGrowth

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HeadquartersSan Francisco, California
Year Founded2014

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