Backend ML Engineer at Robyn AI

M13 is an early-stage venture capital firm focused on empowering visionary founders who are building the future, particularly in the realms of work, health, commerce, and money. Our customers, the founders we partner with, often face the immense challenge of navigating the complexities of scaling a startup, from initial idea to market leadership. They need more than just capital; they require strategic guidance, operational expertise, and a network that can help them shortcut the steep learning curve inherent in building disruptive software businesses. That's why M13 was established in 2016, not just as a fund, but as a full-stack partner. We understand that even the most brilliant founders have gaps in their knowledge or team, and our 'Propulsion' model is designed to fill those gaps. This model provides a deep bench of full-time, experienced operators—averaging 25 years of experience—who work alongside founders, offering an expertise advantage and helping them execute more efficiently and build category-defining companies.

Our approach is rooted in the belief that 'we're brighter together,' a philosophy inspired by the M13 star cluster, where individual stars combine to create something far greater than the sum of their parts. We invest primarily at the seed and Series A stages, and our portfolio reflects our commitment to technologies like AI and web3 that are fundamentally reshaping industries. For founders, this means having a partner who has 'been there' and understands the entrepreneurial journey intimately. We help them anticipate challenges, see around corners, and scale their businesses with less capital and greater speed towards better outcomes. We're not just picking winners; we're dedicated to making winners by providing hands-on support in critical areas, enabling them to focus on their core vision while we help optimize their path to success. Our commitment extends to fostering a community and providing resources that support founders in building not just companies, but lasting legacies.