TheFounderVC

The Founders VC is a founder-led venture capital firm making pre-seed and seed-stage investments. It focuses exclusively on early-stage Vertical AI companies, providing capital and strategic support. The firm targets product-obsessed builders and serial entrepreneurs developing innovative, domain-specific AI solutions at the industry's forefront.

Established in 2024, The Founders VC emerged from the insight of empowering visionary founders in the rapidly expanding Vertical AI sector. Led by Shail Kaveti, an experienced investor and product builder, the firm leverages deep operational and investment expertise. This allows The Founders VC to partner with entrepreneurs demonstrating strong capability from concept to successful market execution.

The firm serves a select group of early-stage startups dedicated to building category-leading products in Vertical AI. It aims to cultivate a supportive environment where founders gain tailored guidance and a robust network. The Founders VC’s vision is to be the primary partner for exceptional founders innovating within Vertical AI, propelling the next generation of technological progress.