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§ Venture Capital · NYC
Venture capital firm investing in early-stage technology startups, focused on non-consensus opportunities across AI, defense, and digital assets.
Bedrock is a technology investment and venture capital firm based in Los Angeles and Austin that manages concentrated portfolios across the artificial intelligence, defense, infrastructure, and digital asset sectors. The firm focuses on early and growth-stage equity investments, specifically targeting non-consensus technology companies that deviate from prevailing market trends and industry expectations. Since its inception with a $127 million initial vehicle, the firm has expanded its capital base significantly, which included raising an $850 million third fund in late 2021. Bedrock currently manages over $2 billion in total assets under management and is actively deploying capital from its fourth flagship fund. The firm has directed capital into several prominent technology enterprises, maintaining a portfolio that includes OpenAI, Rippling, Plaid, Vercel, and Flock Safety. The organization was founded in 2018 by Geoff Lewis and Eric Stromberg.
Bedrock has raised $50.5M across 2 funding rounds.
Key people at Bedrock.
Bedrock was founded in 2018 by Geoff Lewis (Founder & Managing Partner).
Bedrock has raised $50.5M in total across 2 funding rounds.
Bedrock has raised $50.5M across 2 funding rounds. Most recently, it raised $25.5M Series A in July 2023.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 12, 2023 | $25.5M Series A | Northzone, Primary Venture Partners | Eniac Ventures, Quiet Capital, R7 Partners, Valor Equity Partners | Announced |
| Jun 1, 2015 | $25M Series U | — | Accel, Battery Ventures, HV Capital, Lightbank, Revolution, Peter Barris | Announced |
Key people at Bedrock.
Bedrock Capital is a technology-focused venture capital and investment firm managing over $2 billion in assets. Its mission centers on backing founders who challenge conventional narratives by building category-defining companies across diverse industries such as fintech, AI, health tech, and blockchain. Bedrock’s investment philosophy emphasizes identifying "narrative violations"—startups that defy prevailing market expectations and possess unique, defensible advantages often overlooked by other investors. This approach allows Bedrock to support innovative companies with high growth potential, thereby significantly impacting the startup ecosystem by fostering breakthrough technologies and market leaders primarily in North America and Europe[1][4][5].
Founded in 2018 by Geoff Lewis, Bedrock Capital has evolved into a prominent venture capital firm headquartered in New York and Los Angeles. Geoff Lewis, the founder and managing partner, brought a vision to invest in companies that disrupt established market narratives. Over time, Bedrock has expanded its focus to include a broad range of technology sectors and stages, particularly seed and growth-stage investments. The firm has built a reputation for proactive operational support and strategic guidance, contributing to multiple high-profile exits and a strong track record of success[1][4].
Bedrock Capital rides the trend of investing in transformative technology sectors such as AI, fintech, health tech, and blockchain, which are reshaping industries globally. The timing is favorable due to accelerating digital transformation and increasing demand for innovative solutions that defy traditional market assumptions. By focusing on startups that break conventional narratives, Bedrock influences the broader ecosystem by enabling disruptive innovation, encouraging diversity in technological approaches, and supporting the emergence of new market leaders in competitive sectors[1][4][5].
Looking ahead, Bedrock Capital is poised to continue its focus on early and growth-stage technology companies that challenge the status quo. Trends such as AI advancement, decentralized finance, and digital health innovation will likely shape its investment journey. As the firm deepens its operational support and expands its network, its influence in identifying and scaling narrative-violating startups is expected to grow, reinforcing its role as a catalyst for breakthrough innovation in the venture capital landscape[1][4][5].
Bedrock was founded in 2018 by Geoff Lewis (Founder & Managing Partner).
Bedrock has raised $50.5M in total across 2 funding rounds.
Bedrock's investors include Northzone, Primary Venture Partners, Eniac Ventures, Quiet Capital, R7 Partners, Valor Equity Partners, Accel, Battery Ventures, HV Capital, Lightbank, Revolution, Peter Barris.
