Alexis Ohanian, Initialized Capital

Alexis Ohanian invests primarily at the pre-seed and seed stages in sectors including crypto/Web3. See portfolio, sector focus and contact routes.

About Alexis Ohanian

Alexis Ohanian invests primarily at the **pre-seed and seed stages** in sectors including **crypto/Web3** (about 40% of his portfolio), **creator economy**, **future of work**, and **gaming**, with typical check sizes ranging from **$100K to $10M** [5]. His distinctive thesis centers on **founder-market fit** (founders who have lived the problem) and **community potential**, reflecting his Reddit background [5]. Notable portfolio companies include **Coinbase** (an early Initialized bet), **Instacart**, **Pipe**, **Alt**, and Web3 startups like **QuickNode** and **Yuga Labs** [3][5][10]. After leaving Initialized Capital in 2020 to focus on pre-seed, he founded **Seven Seven Six (776)**, a venture firm with nearly $1B under management that emphasizes diverse investor representation [5][13].

Alexis Ohanian at a glance

Role
President and Founder
Organization
Initialized Capital
Location
San Francisco, California, United States
Investor type
Individual/Angel
Focus areas
Finance, Financial Exchanges, Financial Services, Venture Capital, Apps, Internet, Software, E-Commerce
Portfolio companies listed
150
Investments recorded
167

Frequently asked about Alexis Ohanian

What does Alexis Ohanian invest in?
Alexis Ohanian at Initialized Capital (San Francisco, California, United States) — sector focus: Finance, Financial Exchanges, Financial Services, Venture Capital, Apps, Internet, Software, E-Commerce, Social Media, Sports, Mobile, Food and Beverage, Block….
How do I contact Alexis Ohanian?
Alexis Ohanian's published profile links (website, LinkedIn or X where available) are listed on the StartupFundraising.com investor profile.
Where is Alexis Ohanian based?
Alexis Ohanian is based in San Francisco, California, United States.

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