Description
Amplify Partners is a Menlo Park, California-based venture capital firm founded in 2012 that backs technical founders building transformative infrastructure, developer tools, AI/ML, data platforms, cybersecurity, and digital biology ventures. The firm makes early-stage to growth investments (typically $100K–$10M checks) and provides capital, operational expertise, and long-term support across multiple rounds, leveraging deep industry knowledge and strategic resources to help startups scale.
Eligibility
• Early-stage and technical startups with some degree of product traction or market validation.
• Companies aligned with Amplify’s sector focus (e.g., infrastructure software, AI/ML, developer tools, data, cybersecurity).
• Founders prepared for institutional VC engagement and negotiation processes.
Process
Founder Outreach & Pitch Submission: Founders connect via network introductions, outreach, or referrals and submit pitch materials. (VC standard)
Evaluation & Diligence: Amplify conducts due diligence on team, product, and market fit.
Term Negotiation: If selected, investment amount, valuation, and equity participation are negotiated on a per-company basis.
Capital Deployment: Funds are deployed to support product development, hiring, go-to-market, and scaling efforts.
Follow-On Support: The firm may continue backing companies in later rounds as they grow toward Series B and beyond.
What an Applicant can Obtain
✔ Early-stage and growth capital tailored to company needs (e.g., initial and follow-on funding).
✔ Strategic operational guidance and scaling support from experienced partners.
✔ Access to industry networks and hiring resources aligned with technical growth.
✔ Long-term partnership support through multiple growth stages.