We invest in founders who defy the traditional Silicon Valley mold
People Over Patterns
We back grit over pedigree
We invest in real solutions
We look beyond Silicon Valley
We know great founders break the mold
We are a boutique VC fund located in Salt Lake City, Utah led by Kimmy and Sergio
Early stage,
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about Beta Boom and how it works.
What stage does Beta Boom invest in?
Beta Boom is a pre-seed venture capital firm that primarily invests in pre-seed startups, with occasional participation in smaller Seed rounds. We typically write the first institutional check and are comfortable being the lead or sole investor in a round.
We generally invest in:
- Pre-seed rounds up to ~$2.5M
- Valuations or caps up to ~$10M at pre-seed
- Select Seed rounds up to ~$3M
Do you invest in pre-revenue or low-traction startups?
Yes. While we like to see early signs of traction or revenue, Beta Boom does invest in pre-revenue startups.
At the pre-seed stage, we place significant weight on:
- Founder insight and grit
- Product differentiation
- Evidence that users or customers love the product (even if usage is early)
If you’re unsure, we encourage you to apply.
Where does Beta Boom invest geographically?
Beta Boom invests in U.S.-based startups only, and we do not invest in companies headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area.
We actively invest in founders across:
- Sacramento
- Southern California
- The Central Valley
- And anywhere else in the United States outside Silicon Valley
Do you invest in single founders or non-technical founders?
Yes. We actively invest in single founders and non-technical founders.
Many of our portfolio companies are led by:
- Solo founders
- Founders without technical backgrounds
- Founders who didn’t attend top-tier universities
We care far more about execution, insight, and obsession with the problem than pedigree.
Does Beta Boom invest in Healthcare, Fintech, or Cybersecurity startups?
Yes. Beta Boom is sector-agnostic, and we actively invest in:
- Healthcare & HealthTech
- Fintech
- Cybersecurity
- Enterprise, SaaS, Climate, Consumer, and more
What matters most to us is clear product differentiation, a strong understanding of the customer, and founders with deep insight into the problem they’re solving.
Do founders need a referral to pitch Beta Boom?
No. You do not need a referral to get funded by Beta Boom.
All startups enter our pipeline through our intake form, and we intentionally avoid referral bias. In fact, referred companies receive a small internal penalty to ensure fair evaluation.
How long does Beta Boom take to make an investment decision?
From an initial meeting, we aim to reach a “yes” or “no” within 4–6 weeks, depending on scheduling and diligence complexity.
We prioritize fast, honest decisions:
- We try to say “no” quickly if we’re not the right fit
- We work hard to give every founder a clear answer as soon as possible
We respect founders’ time and avoid dragging out the process.
How much does Beta Boom typically invest in a startup?
Our average pre-seed check size is ~$350K, with a typical range of $250K–$500K. For Seed rounds, we may invest slightly more depending on the opportunity.
We focus on writing meaningful early checks that allow founders to build real momentum.