Rick Heitzmann, a Founder and Partner at FirstMark Capital, invests primarily in early-stage technology companies (Seed. See sector focus and contact routes.
Rick Heitzmann, a Founder and Partner at FirstMark Capital, invests primarily in early-stage technology companies (Seed and Series A) with a focus on disruptive consumer applications, marketplaces, healthcare, software, gaming, and enterprise sectors. His check size for initial investments typically ranges from $3 million to $7 million, often serving as the first institutional investor in high-growth startups. Heitzmann’s notable portfolio includes iconic companies such as Pinterest, Airbnb, DraftKings, Discord, Riot Games, and StubHub, reflecting a high-conviction thesis on backing entrepreneurs with innovative solutions to personal or market problems.
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