Jeff Cardenas, Founder of Apptronik

About Jeff Cardenas

Jeff Cardenas is the founder of Apptronik. Apptronik operates in Robotics and is based in Austin, TX. Apptronik has raised $935M, latest Series A $935M (2025). Backers on record include Cathie Wood, Eduardo Saverin, Erin Keller, James Rutledge, Tae Hea Nahm, ARK Investment Management and 4 others.

Jeff Cardenas at a glance

Company

Apptronik

Industry

Robotics

Location

Austin, TX

Total raised

$935M

Investors on record

Cathie Wood, Eduardo Saverin, Erin Keller, James Rutledge, Tae Hea Nahm, ARK Investment Management, B Capital, Bluelake

Frequently asked about Jeff Cardenas

Who is Jeff Cardenas?

Jeff Cardenas is the founder of Apptronik. Full profile, funding history and background on StartupFundraising.com.

What company did Jeff Cardenas found?

Jeff Cardenas founded Apptronik, a Robotics company based in Austin, TX.

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Apptronik funding profile (1)

• Apptronik funding: total raised, rounds and investors

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