We help create and build the next generation of successful companies by bringing together great ideas, exceptional talent, and appropriate funding, allowing these businesses to quickly focus and capitalize on emerging trends. We Invest In... Life Changing Potential - We invest in companies that have the potential to fundamentally change the way we live and how we do things Massive Markets with Attainable Targets - Like any investor, we look for products and services in markets that have massive upside opportunity to allow for maximum growth. Strong Founders / Management -  At Makai VC, we believe that the team behind the company is in many ways more important to building a successful business than the product or service itself - so we look for a strong team that is prepared to navigate the challenges of building amazing new companies. Simple Value Proposition - We look for companies that simplify things so that their target customers and investors alike can quickly understand the value they offer. Great Brand Values - We believe that a company's brand can make or break their success. This is why we look to invest in companies that are creating a brand identity that separates them from their competition and helps to effectively tell their story.  New Markets - We are always on the lookout for the next big thing and, when we find new ideas, our team conducts thorough research into the market space to assess the potential to create and scale a massive winner. Our portfolio includes: Over 350 Startup Investments More than 35 Exits (10+ Public Listings) Over 55 companies valued over $100M+ Of those, 15 are valued over $1B+