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Build the Future With the Right Partner

We provide $1M-$10M in seed to Series A funding for deep tech startups solving the world's hardest problems. 2-week decision timeline and hands-on partnership.

2 Weeks
Decision Timeline
$1-10M
Check Size
500+
Expert Advisors
85%
Follow-On Rate

What We Look For

We invest in category-defining companies with breakthrough technology and world-class teams

Deep Tech Innovation

Proprietary technology with defensible IP, high R&D barriers, and 10x performance improvements over existing solutions.

  • Patents, trade secrets, or unique data
  • Technical moats beyond software
  • Significant R&D breakthroughs

Exceptional Founders

Technical expertise, domain knowledge, and proven ability to attract world-class talent and execute against ambitious goals.

  • PhD-level technical expertise or equivalent
  • Track record of execution
  • Industry connections & credibility

Large Market Opportunity

$10B+ TAM, rapidly growing markets, and clear path to category leadership with defensible market position.

  • Addressable market >$10B
  • High-growth sector (>20% CAGR)
  • Path to market dominance

Proven Traction

Early customer validation, revenue traction (for Series A), or significant technical milestones achieved.

  • Seed: LOIs, pilot customers, working prototype
  • Series A: Revenue, product-market fit
  • Strong growth metrics

Clear Business Model

Path to profitability, strong unit economics, and scalable go-to-market strategy with defensible competitive advantages.

  • Clear monetization strategy
  • Positive unit economics at scale
  • Scalable customer acquisition

Strategic Fit

Alignment with our 6 investment sectors, synergies with existing portfolio, and potential for long-term partnership.

  • Fits our deep tech thesis
  • Portfolio synergies & network effects
  • Long-term value creation potential

Our Application Process

From initial pitch to term sheet in 2 weeks. Transparent, founder-friendly process.

1

Submit Application

Complete our online form with your pitch deck, executive summary, and company details.

Timeline: Immediate
Required: Pitch deck (10-15 slides)
2

Initial Review

Our team reviews your application and provides feedback or schedules an initial call.

Timeline: 3-5 business days
Outcome: Pass/Schedule meeting
3

Partner Meeting

Present to our investment team (60-minute pitch + Q&A). Deep dive on technology and market.

Timeline: Week 1
Format: Virtual or in-person (SF)
4

Due Diligence

Technical, market, and financial due diligence. We work closely with your team.

Timeline: 1 week
Includes: Tech review, references
5

Term Sheet

If approved, we issue a term sheet. Negotiate terms and finalize deal structure.

Timeline: End of Week 2
Standard: NVCA term sheet
6

Close & Funding

Legal documentation and closing process. Funds wired and partnership begins!

Timeline: 4-6 weeks
Partnership: Ongoing support

⚡ Fast-Track Option Available

Companies with warm introductions from portfolio founders, co-investors, or our network can expedite the process to 1 week.

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Beyond Capital

We're hands-on partners, not passive investors. Here's what portfolio companies get access to:

Technical Advisory Network

Access to 500+ technical experts including PhDs, CTOs, and industry specialists across all our focus sectors.

  • • AI/ML architecture reviews
  • • Hardware design optimization
  • • Regulatory & compliance guidance
  • • Manufacturing & supply chain

Go-to-Market Support

Strategic sales & marketing guidance from enterprise GTM experts who've scaled $100M+ ARR companies.

  • • Enterprise sales playbooks
  • • Pricing & packaging strategy
  • • Marketing & demand generation
  • • Channel partnership development

Talent Network & Recruiting

Dedicated recruiting support and access to vetted executive talent from top tech companies.

  • • Executive search (C-level, VPs)
  • • Engineering talent pipeline
  • • Compensation benchmarking
  • • Equity structuring guidance

Customer & Partner Intros

Direct introductions to Fortune 500 decision-makers, strategic partners, and potential customers.

  • • Enterprise customer introductions
  • • Strategic partnership facilitation
  • • Co-investor network access
  • • Industry event sponsorships

Follow-On Funding

85% follow-on rate in subsequent rounds. We reserve capital to support your growth journey.

  • • Pro-rata rights in all rounds
  • • Additional capital allocation
  • • Co-investor syndication
  • • Bridge financing when needed

PR & Communications

Media relations, content strategy, and brand positioning from our in-house PR team.

  • • Media training & press releases
  • • TechCrunch, Forbes, WSJ placements
  • • Conference speaking opportunities
  • • Social media strategy

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions? We've got answers.

We invest primarily in Seed and Series A stage companies. Our typical check size ranges from $1M to $10M, with the ability to lead rounds and follow on in subsequent funding rounds. For Seed stage, we look for working prototypes and early customer validation. For Series A, we expect product-market fit and revenue traction ($1M+ ARR for B2B).

Our standard timeline is 2 weeks from initial pitch to term sheet for companies that fit our criteria. Here's the breakdown:

  • Week 1: Initial pitch, partner meeting, and investment committee decision
  • Week 2: Due diligence (technical, market, financial)
  • End of Week 2: Term sheet issued
  • Weeks 3-8: Legal documentation and closing (4-6 weeks post-term sheet)

Companies with warm introductions from our network can often expedite this to 1 week.

Your pitch deck should be 10-15 slides and cover:

  1. Problem: What major problem are you solving?
  2. Solution: Your proprietary technology and how it works
  3. Market: TAM/SAM/SOM, market dynamics, growth projections
  4. Technology: Deep dive on your technical moat and IP
  5. Product: Current product, roadmap, demos
  6. Traction: Customers, revenue, technical milestones
  7. Business Model: How you make money, unit economics
  8. Competition: Competitive landscape and your advantages
  9. Team: Founder backgrounds, key hires, advisors
  10. Financials: Historical and 3-year projections
  11. The Ask: Fundraising amount, use of funds, milestones

No, we accept cold applications through our website and review every submission. However, warm introductions from portfolio founders, co-investors, or members of our network can help expedite the process and provide valuable context. If you have a mutual connection, we encourage you to leverage it, but it's not required.

For Seed rounds, we typically target 10-20% ownership. For Series A, we target 15-25% ownership. The exact percentage depends on the round size, company valuation, and whether we're leading or participating. We're flexible and focus on finding the right structure that aligns founder and investor incentives for long-term success.

We primarily lead Seed and Series A rounds, taking a board seat and setting the terms. We can write checks up to $10M and have the conviction to anchor your round. In select cases where there's already a strong lead investor and we see strategic value, we'll participate as a co-investor with smaller check sizes ($500K-$2M).

We provide honest, constructive feedback within 3-5 business days. If you're not a fit now, we'll explain why and suggest areas to focus on. We also maintain relationships with companies we pass on - many portfolio companies were initially too early when we first met them. Additionally, we can make introductions to other VCs who might be a better fit for your stage, sector, or geography.

Have more questions? We're happy to help.

📧 Email Us: founders@jengalabs.com

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