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 led by Kimmy and Sergio.
Early stage,
off the radar
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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?
Mostly pre-seed, occasionally seed. We usually write the first institutional check in a company, and we’re happy to lead. At pre-seed, we look at rounds up to about $2.5M with valuations or caps up to around $10M. At seed, we look at rounds up to $3M with valuations up to $15M.
Do you invest in pre-revenue or low-traction startups?
Yes, though increasingly rarely. We do invest before revenue, and sometimes before there’s a finished product. But you need evidence that the problem is real and that customers will pay, like a paid pilot, signed LOIs, strong usage, or buyers who are starving for a solution like yours. If you’re on the fence about applying, just apply.
Where does Beta Boom invest geographically?
We invest in U.S.-based startups across the country, with one exception: the San Francisco Bay Area. That’s intentional. Great founders are building everywhere, and the ones outside the Bay Area get far less attention from investors. We also don’t invest in startups headquartered outside the U.S. at this time. Anywhere else in the country, if you’re building something impressive, we want to hear from you.
Do you invest in single founders or non-technical founders?
Yes, and we mean it. We've backed plenty of solo founders and founders who never wrote a line of code. What matters more to us is whether you truly understand your customer and can get things done.
Does Beta Boom invest in Healthcare, Fintech, or Cybersecurity startups?
Yes. We invest in Healthcare, Cybersecurity and Fintech, along with Enterprise SaaS, Vertical AI and Future of Work. Within those, we lead with the founder and the problem. If you know your customer better than anyone and your product is clearly different from what’s already out there, we want to talk.
Do founders need a referral to pitch Beta Boom?
No. Everyone applies the same way, through our intake form. In fact, referred companies get a score deduction. We do that on purpose, so who you know doesn’t count for more than what you’re building.
How long does Beta Boom take to make an investment decision?
From first meeting to decision, we aim for 4 to 6 weeks. We know your time is valuable. If we're not the right fit, we'll tell you quickly. We don't string founders along.
How much does Beta Boom typically invest in a startup?
Our average check at pre-seed is between $350K and $700K. For seed rounds, we may invest a bit more depending on the opportunity.