John Roos

John Roos is the Co-Founding Partner of Geodesic Capital, a venture firm that invests in early to growth-stage U.S. See sector focus and contact routes.

About John Roos

John Roos is the Co-Founding Partner of Geodesic Capital, a venture firm that invests in early to growth-stage U.S. technology companies, with a distinctive thesis of bridging Silicon Valley and Japan to support global expansion. His primary sectors include enterprise software, SaaS, AI/ML, fintech, cloud infrastructure, and cybersecurity, with a newer fund targeting deep tech, national security, and space to enhance U.S.-Japan relations. Notable portfolio companies include Airbnb, Uber, Snapchat, Tanium, and ThoughtSpot, reflecting a focus on transformative growth-stage platforms. Typical check sizes range from $100K to $5.0M, with a sweet spot around $1.5M.

John Roos at a glance

Role
Co-Founding Partner
Location
Foster City, CA, United States
Investor type
Venture Capital
Focus areas
Information Technology

Frequently asked about John Roos

What does John Roos invest in?
John Roos at John Roos (Angel) (Foster City, CA, United States) — sector focus: Information Technology.
How do I contact John Roos?
John Roos's published profile links (website, LinkedIn or X where available) are listed on the StartupFundraising.com investor profile.
Where is John Roos based?
John Roos is based in Foster City, CA, United States.

This profile is part of the StartupFundraising investor database: focus, portfolio history, disclosed location and contact routes, refreshed as new filings and rounds are ingested. Founders use it to check fit before reaching out and to find investors in Foster City.

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