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Roar Ventures operates as a seed-stage venture fund, channeling capital, strategic energy, and conviction into outlier founders at the earliest phases of their company's development. The firm focuses on identifying and empowering visionary entrepreneurs, providing the foundational support necessary for nascent ventures to scale. Its investment approach emphasizes a deep belief in the transformative potential of exceptional individuals and their innovative ideas.
The firm was founded by Jonathan Ehrlich, an accomplished entrepreneur and former Facebook marketing leader. Ehrlich brings a significant pedigree, having spent seventeen years as an operator, founding three companies, and building a business to over one hundred million dollars in revenue. His experience as an early executive at Facebook and as a partner at Foundation Capital likely shaped his insight into supporting founders from inception.
Roar Ventures primarily serves ambitious, early-stage founders who are building the next generation of impactful companies across various sectors. The firm’s vision centers on fostering a robust ecosystem where disruptive innovation can flourish, positioning itself as a crucial early partner for those poised to redefine industries and create lasting value.
Roar Ventures has 4 tracked investments across 3 companies. The latest tracked deal is $9.5M Seed in Phoebe in January 2026.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 21, 2026 | Phoebe | $9.5M Seed | Quiet Capital, Yoni Rechtman | Gokul Rajaram, Moxxie Ventures |
| Oct 15, 2025 | Finch Legal | $20.0M Other Equity | Meera Clark | Tony XU, Charlton Soesanto, Christopher Payne, Hank Couture, JAI Sajnani, Jason Boehmig, Jeff Seibert, Joel Gottsegen, Keith Yandell, Robert Simon, Alta Partners, Hawthorn Equity Partners, Liquid 2 Ventures, Sequoia Capital |
| Jun 14, 2018 | Influential | $12.0M Series B | — | Capital ZED, Europlay Capital Advisors, Paradigm Talent Agency, Tech Coast Angels, WME |
| Jul 26, 2016 | Influential | $5.0M Series A | Capital ZED | Alex Welch, Chris Varelas, Ivan Brockman, Michael Tedesco, ACE Fund, Europlay Capital Advisors, Msmci, Paradigm Talent Agency |