Steve Blank

Steve Blank is an angel investor who primarily targets early-stage companies in sectors including Biotechnology. See portfolio and contact routes.

About Steve Blank

Steve Blank is an angel investor who primarily targets early-stage companies in sectors including Biotechnology, Database Software, Sales & CRM, Hardware, and ClimateTech/CleanTech, often at the Seed stage. His notable portfolio includes WindBorne Systems, Artera, QUiCKR, and Rain Industries, with recent investments ranging from $800K to $10M depending on the round. Blank's distinctive thesis emphasizes backing capital-efficient, scalable startups founded by entrepreneurs aiming for $20M–$100M exits, often through M&A, rather than pursuing unicorn status.

Steve Blank at a glance

Role
Founding Faculty - Gordian Knot Center For National Security Innovation
Location
California, United States, North America
Investor type
Individual/Angel
Portfolio companies listed
20
Investments recorded
24

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Where is Steve Blank based?
Steve Blank is based in California, United States, North America.

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