1984 Ventures
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1984 punches well above their weight class thanks to Raman's Notion credibility and Josh's network. They're genuinely technical investors who understand developer pain points, not just buzzword collectors. The portfolio reads like a who's who of tools that developers actually love and use daily. They move fast, don't overcomplicate term sheets, and actually provide useful product feedback post-investment. The catch? They're extremely picky and have high bars for technical execution. If you're building dev tools or infrastructure and can get their attention, they're worth the conversation - just don't expect them to hold your hand on go-to-market strategy.
- —Best for: Technical founders building developer tools or infrastructure products
- —Known for: Fast decisions, founder-friendly terms, and genuine technical expertise
- —Watch out for: High technical standards and limited help with commercial strategy
1984 Ventures invests in early-stage startups building foundational infrastructure and tools for the next generation of technology. They focus on companies that are creating the building blocks for future digital experiences, with particular interest in developer tools, infrastructure, and emerging technology platforms.
Primarily pre-seed to Series A, concentrated in developer tools, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and productivity software. Portfolio skews heavily toward technical founders building horizontal platforms rather than vertical solutions.
Former engineering leader at Facebook and Instagram, then VP Engineering at Notion. Known for pattern recognition in developer tools and has strong technical credibility with founder community. Founders appreciate his hands-on product input.
Serial entrepreneur who sold MinoMonsters and Product Hunt. Active angel investor before starting 1984. Well-connected in Silicon Valley circles and known for quick decision-making and founder-friendly terms.
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