Antler Expands into San Francisco, Bridging Innovation with Venture Capital

Antler Innovation Pte Ltd, a global venture capital firm, has announced the opening of its third U.S. office in San Francisco, a city recognized as a critical hub in the venture ecosystem. With its existing operations in New York, Austin, and Boulder, the decision to expand into San Francisco reflects Antler’s desire to tap into the area’s renowned ecosystem of innovative founders and legendary investors. Antler distinguishes itself by focusing on inception-stage venture capital, offering a unique residency program where potential founders work with Antler for six weeks before receiving funding decisions. This program enables Antler to assess and invest in founders at very early stages, potentially even before a company is officially founded. The firm provides capital ranging from $500,000 up to $1.5 million through pre-seed to seed rounds, aiming to hold a stake of 8-12% in their portfolio companies. Besides funding, Antler emphasizes community and cultural support, offering office space and fostering an environment of shared goals among founders. The firm boasts a high rate of portfolio companies raising further capital at higher valuations and maintains strong founder net promoter scores. Bob Rosin, a seasoned veteran in startup and venture fields, joins Antler to lead the San Francisco office, signifying the firm’s commitment to embedding within the local ecosystem with strong leadership. Applications for upcoming residencies in San Francisco, Austin, and New York are now opening, setting the stage for further growth and presence in the U.S. market.