Slauson & Co.
Overview
Slauson & Co. is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Los Angeles, founded in 2020 by Austin Clements and Ajay Relan. The firm is driven by a mission of economic inclusion, focusing on investing in small business (SMB) technologies and culturally relevant consumer products. It intentionally backs historically underrepresented founders, particularly from Black and Latinx communities, with the belief that talent is evenly distributed but opportunity is not. The firm has raised two funds, a $75 million Fund I and a $100 million Fund II, and is backed by prominent investors and companies including PayPal, Google, Meta, and Ron Conway.
Portfolio Companies
36
Website
slauson.coInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluecore Energy | Jul 2026 | Pre Seed | Lead |
| Legaleaze Technologies | Jul 2026 | Pre Seed | Lead |
| Slate Auto | Apr 2026 | Series C | Co-investor |
| Flora Fertility | Apr 2026 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Oro Impact | Jan 2026 | Early Funding | Lead |
Key People
Ajay Relan
Managing Partner
Austin Clements
Managing Partner
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
