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Our LP base is intentionally curated for operational value. We've got Snowflake and AngelList operators on the cap table who bring real domain expertise, not just capital. We've got three family offices providing patient, aligned capital. We've got a Fund of Funds that brings institutional rigor. And we've got a French billionaire who's betting on our thesis.

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Y Combinator is the premier startup ecosystem

Exclusive access to YC the world's most valuable startup ecosystem, meticulously selected for exceptional returns.

6.5%

YC companies become unicorns

($1B+ valuation)

25%

YC unicorns exceed $10B in valuation

45%

secure Series A funding

(industry avg: 33%)

50+%

still operating after 10 years

(industry avg: 30%)

$800B

in combined market value created

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We're bullish on Y Combinator

Since 2020 we've invested in 100+ startups from Y Combinator & a total of $40M+

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Y Combinator is the premier startup ecosystem

Exclusive access to YC the world's most valuable startup ecosystem, meticulously selected for exceptional returns.

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“Gabriel was instrumental in our growth. The webinars he helped me craft accounted for 90% of our new customers for several months.”

Sonakshi Nathani
CEO BIK - YC S20

“Gabriel was instrumental in our growth. The webinars he helped me craft accounted for 90% of our new customers for several months.”

Sonakshi Nathani
CEO BIK - YC S20
Gabriel is a beacon of what modern investment should look like. To any startup seeking an investor who brings more than just capital to the table, I would wholeheartedly recommend Gabriel.
Jeffrey Lange - CEO Scanbase (YC W23)
Gabriel is Incredible! Always has time to provide help and strategic advice.
Carlos Tedeja - CEO of Pideaky (YC S21)
Gabriel was instrumental in our growth. The webinars he helped me craft accounted for 90% of our new customers for several months.
Sonakshi Nathani - CEO of BIK (YC S20)