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M13’s Fund III: $400M for Seed to Series B
Learn about M13’s third fund for founders building the future of work, commerce, health, and money.
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Searching for M13’s Summer 2022 Interns
M13’s summer internship program has opportunities for four rising stars.
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Searching for M13’s Summer 2022 Interns
M13’s summer internship program has opportunities for four rising stars.
M13 Team
February 4, 2022
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Future Perfect: Why Influence Matters
What is influence? Why does it matter, how does it work, and how can you get better at it?
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Future Perfect: Why Influence Matters
What is influence? Why does it matter, how does it work, and how can you get better at it?
Sarah Tomolonius
September 1, 2021
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Raising a Glass to LA’s Startup Scene
M13 gathered founders, investors, and others for an evening of community and connection.
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Raising a Glass to LA’s Startup Scene
M13 gathered founders, investors, and others for an evening of community and connection.
M13 Team
March 16, 2022
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M13’s Investment Thesis: Understanding the Future of Consumer Behavior
Four key trends in consumer tech are shaping our investment strategy.
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M13’s Investment Thesis: Understanding the Future of Consumer Behavior
Four key trends in consumer tech are shaping our investment strategy.
M13 Team
March 3, 2022
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A Letter to Vitalcart’s Founding Engineer
Vitalcart, a startup with a mission to make healthy eating easier, is hiring a founding engineer.
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A Letter to Vitalcart’s Founding Engineer
Vitalcart, a startup with a mission to make healthy eating easier, is hiring a founding engineer.
M13 Launchpad Team
December 8, 2021
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Welcoming Our Next Senior Investor
Learn why M13’s Core Investment Team is creating this new role around the right candidate.
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Welcoming Our Next Senior Investor
Learn why M13’s Core Investment Team is creating this new role around the right candidate.
M13 Partnership
December 1, 2021
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Paris Hilton and Elizabeth Stark: Crypto and the Creator
Paris Hilton and Elizabeth Stark discuss crypto’s influence on NFTs, the creator economy, and more.
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Paris Hilton and Elizabeth Stark: Crypto and the Creator
Paris Hilton and Elizabeth Stark discuss crypto’s influence on NFTs, the creator economy, and more.
Latif Peracha & Sarah Tomolonius
July 28, 2021
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Seeking Aspiring Founders with a Passion for Human Performance and Longevity
M13 is partnering with Tony Robbins and Peter Diamandis to launch a consumer health tech platform.
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Seeking Aspiring Founders with a Passion for Human Performance and Longevity
M13 is partnering with Tony Robbins and Peter Diamandis to launch a consumer health tech platform.
M13 Team
May 20, 2021
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From Building DigitalOcean to Supporting Founders at M13
M13 partners and employees reminisce about lessons learned from working together at DigitalOcean.
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From Building DigitalOcean to Supporting Founders at M13
M13 partners and employees reminisce about lessons learned from working together at DigitalOcean.
M13 Team
March 23, 2021
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Career Lessons from the Women Who Influenced Us
Three M13 partners remember the career-changing lessons they learned from their mothers.
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Career Lessons from the Women Who Influenced Us
Three M13 partners remember the career-changing lessons they learned from their mothers.
Anna Barber & Christine Choi & Lizzie Francis
March 12, 2021
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A Letter to M13’s Newest Investment Partner
M13 is hiring an investor to join our venture firm’s partnership. Is our mission right for you?
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A Letter to M13’s Newest Investment Partner
M13 is hiring an investor to join our venture firm’s partnership. Is our mission right for you?
M13 Partnership
March 2, 2021
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Future Perfect: What Wellness Means Today—and in the Future
Entrepreneurs, industry experts, and investors came together at M13’s Future Perfect virtual event.
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Future Perfect: What Wellness Means Today—and in the Future
Entrepreneurs, industry experts, and investors came together at M13’s Future Perfect virtual event.
Sarah Tomolonius
February 26, 2021
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Evolving the Venture Studio Model with PepsiCo
We’re looking for 12 Founders-in-Residence to develop and test product concepts in a 12-week program.
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Evolving the Venture Studio Model with PepsiCo
We’re looking for 12 Founders-in-Residence to develop and test product concepts in a 12-week program.
Anna Barber & Andrew Grone
December 16, 2020
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Why I Joined M13 as a Partner and Head of Launchpad
At M13, I’ll build on the work I did at Techstars by starting even earlier in the innovation cycle.
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Why I Joined M13 as a Partner and Head of Launchpad
At M13, I’ll build on the work I did at Techstars by starting even earlier in the innovation cycle.
Anna Barber
December 1, 2020
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Our Holistic Approach to Investing: Introducing M13’s ESG Policy
Learn more about why having an ESG mindset is part of our founding story.
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Our Holistic Approach to Investing: Introducing M13’s ESG Policy
Learn more about why having an ESG mindset is part of our founding story.
Sarah Tomolonius
October 26, 2020
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Overheard on Slack: What It Means to Be a Community Today
From Richard Branson to Paris Hilton, here’s a look back at M13’s Founder Day.
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Overheard on Slack: What It Means to Be a Community Today
From Richard Branson to Paris Hilton, here’s a look back at M13’s Founder Day.
Christine Choi & Kindra Mason
October 21, 2020
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The Future of Tech, Reading & Mental Wellness with Padmasree Warrior
Discover how reading can help improve mental wellness—and be a social activity.
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The Future of Tech, Reading & Mental Wellness with Padmasree Warrior
Discover how reading can help improve mental wellness—and be a social activity.
Lindsey Marlowe
October 2, 2020
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The Future of Capital and ESG
The evolution of ESG includes building culture with diversity and inclusion.
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The Future of Capital and ESG
The evolution of ESG includes building culture with diversity and inclusion.
Sarah Tomolonius & Lindsey Marlowe
September 28, 2020
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A Letter to M13’s New Launchpad Partner
The ideal candidate will take our in-house venture studio to new heights.
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A Letter to M13’s New Launchpad Partner
The ideal candidate will take our in-house venture studio to new heights.
Carter Reum
September 17, 2020
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The Future of Entertainment
Troy Carter, Marc Merrill, and Juan Borrero reflect on innovations in entertainment.
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The Future of Entertainment
Troy Carter, Marc Merrill, and Juan Borrero reflect on innovations in entertainment.
Lindsey Marlowe
September 2, 2020
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The Future of Financial Services
This emerging tech is democratizing access to financial services and more.
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The Future of Financial Services
This emerging tech is democratizing access to financial services and more.
Lindsey Marlowe
August 25, 2020
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An Accelerated Approach to Building with M13’s Launchpad
Our in-house venture studio offers strategic and operational guidance to fill gaps in founding teams.
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An Accelerated Approach to Building with M13’s Launchpad
Our in-house venture studio offers strategic and operational guidance to fill gaps in founding teams.
Andrew Grone
August 22, 2020
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M13’s Propulsion Platform and Our Multipronged Approach
Discover how M13 is supporting founding teams in our portfolio during the COVID-19 crisis.
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M13’s Propulsion Platform and Our Multipronged Approach
Discover how M13 is supporting founding teams in our portfolio during the COVID-19 crisis.
Sarah Tomolonius
August 17, 2020
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The Future of Health
The founders of Feelmore Labs, Seed Health, and Capsule discuss innovating during COVID-19.
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The Future of Health
The founders of Feelmore Labs, Seed Health, and Capsule discuss innovating during COVID-19.
Lindsey Marlowe
August 13, 2020
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The Future of Food
Hear from Daily Harvest’s Rachel Drori, Thrive Market’s Nick Green, and more.
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The Future of Food
Hear from Daily Harvest’s Rachel Drori, Thrive Market’s Nick Green, and more.
Lindsey Marlowe
July 26, 2020
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M13: A Firm Built by Entrepreneurs for Entrepreneurs
The best venture investors can help make winners by providing operational and investment expertise.
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M13: A Firm Built by Entrepreneurs for Entrepreneurs
The best venture investors can help make winners by providing operational and investment expertise.
Carter Reum & Courtney Reum
June 30, 2020
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On Moving Forward and Healing with Katie Couric
Deepak Chopra and Sheryl Crow share insights on creativity and motivation during the pandemic.
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On Moving Forward and Healing with Katie Couric
Deepak Chopra and Sheryl Crow share insights on creativity and motivation during the pandemic.
Lindsey Marlowe
May 29, 2020
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Enabling Empathy Through Technology with Sly Lee of Emerge
Discover new ways of communication during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.
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Enabling Empathy Through Technology with Sly Lee of Emerge
Discover new ways of communication during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.
Lindsey Marlowe
May 21, 2020
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M13’s Investment Thesis: Emerging Technologies Improving Daily Living
We invest in companies that are building defensible businesses around emerging consumer behaviors.
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M13’s Investment Thesis: Emerging Technologies Improving Daily Living
We invest in companies that are building defensible businesses around emerging consumer behaviors.
Sarah Tomolonius
May 10, 2020
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Cultivating Empathy and Human Connections with Defy Ventures
A day with entrepreneurs in training revealed the importance of second chances.
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Cultivating Empathy and Human Connections with Defy Ventures
A day with entrepreneurs in training revealed the importance of second chances.
Christine Choi
May 10, 2020
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In the Era of Global Shutdowns, eSports Is on the Rise
The co-founders and CEOs of Emerge and ProGuides discuss why gaming is thriving.
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In the Era of Global Shutdowns, eSports Is on the Rise
The co-founders and CEOs of Emerge and ProGuides discuss why gaming is thriving.
Lindsey Marlowe
May 10, 2020
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Connectivity Tools of the Future: Trends in Esports, Extended Reality & More
Emerge Co-founder and CEO Sly Lee and ProGuides Co-founder Sam Wang discuss innovations in esports and XR.
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Connectivity Tools of the Future: Trends in Esports, Extended Reality & More
Emerge Co-founder and CEO Sly Lee and ProGuides Co-founder Sam Wang discuss innovations in esports and XR.
Lindsey Marlowe & Sequoia Blodgett
April 19, 2020
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M13’s Propulsion Model Was Built to Help Execute
The collective experience of M13’s partners is invaluable to startup founders.
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M13’s Propulsion Model Was Built to Help Execute
The collective experience of M13’s partners is invaluable to startup founders.
Sarah Tomolonius
April 19, 2020
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Karl Alomar Joins M13 as Managing Partner
The former COO at DigitalOcean also brings his experience as a founder and CEO of two startups.
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Karl Alomar Joins M13 as Managing Partner
The former COO at DigitalOcean also brings his experience as a founder and CEO of two startups.
M13 Team
March 16, 2020
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Venture Capital and Corporate VC Doesn’t Have to be an Either/Or
This set of questions can help you decide if an investor’s style is right for you as a founder.
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Venture Capital and Corporate VC Doesn’t Have to be an Either/Or
This set of questions can help you decide if an investor’s style is right for you as a founder.
Mary Carmen (MC) Gasco-Buisson
March 16, 2020
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M13: Redefining Venture
M13 supports founders with access to experienced operators, an in-house venture studio, and more.
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M13: Redefining Venture
M13 supports founders with access to experienced operators, an in-house venture studio, and more.
M13 Team
March 16, 2020
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Celebrating Women in Tech
Our Los Angeles event drew women working in industries ranging from aerospace to wellness.
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Celebrating Women in Tech
Our Los Angeles event drew women working in industries ranging from aerospace to wellness.
Christine Choi
March 16, 2020
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A Letter to Our New M13 Partner
Here’s what we’re looking for in our newest operating partner.
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A Letter to Our New M13 Partner
Here’s what we’re looking for in our newest operating partner.
Carter Reum
March 16, 2020
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Can You Have Mental Wellness While Running a Startup?
In M13’s Overheard on Slack series, two partners share how to support founders’ mental wellness.
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Can You Have Mental Wellness While Running a Startup?
In M13’s Overheard on Slack series, two partners share how to support founders’ mental wellness.
Christine Choi & Matt Hoffman
March 16, 2020
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An Evening at LACMA
Here’s a look back at our special dinner for M13 founders and LPs.
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An Evening at LACMA
Here’s a look back at our special dinner for M13 founders and LPs.
M13 Team
March 16, 2020
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Overheard on Slack: RIP IRL?
Here’s how M13 partners stay connected while shifting to virtual meetings.
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Overheard on Slack: RIP IRL?
Here’s how M13 partners stay connected while shifting to virtual meetings.
Christine Choi & Matt Hoffman
March 16, 2020
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Celebrating Fund II with Mayor Eric Garcetti
Sophia Amoruso, Jamie Siminoff, Brian Lee, and more joined the celebration with M13’s founding teams.
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Celebrating Fund II with Mayor Eric Garcetti
Sophia Amoruso, Jamie Siminoff, Brian Lee, and more joined the celebration with M13’s founding teams.
M13 Team
March 11, 2020
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Courtney Reum and Paris Hilton at Upfront Summit 2020
Paris Hilton talks about the need for more female leaders and the advice that keeps her grounded.
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Courtney Reum and Paris Hilton at Upfront Summit 2020
Paris Hilton talks about the need for more female leaders and the advice that keeps her grounded.
M13 Team
March 11, 2020
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What “Parasite’s” Oscar Win Means for Founders and Investors
Here’s what startup founders—and investors—can learn from the Oscar-winning movie.
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What “Parasite’s” Oscar Win Means for Founders and Investors
Here’s what startup founders—and investors—can learn from the Oscar-winning movie.
Christine Choi & Matt Hoffman
March 3, 2020
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