Defy

Defy is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Woodside, California, dedicated to backing exceptional entrepreneurs in the United States. The firm specializes in seed and Series A investments, aiming to support companies as they mature and scale into industry leaders. With over 50 years of combined venture experience, the team has a strong track record of helping entrepreneurs grow companies from inception through exit.

Defy invests across diverse sectors, including enterprise SaaS, fintech, AI, healthcare, marketplaces, and consumer-oriented businesses. The firm is known for its hands-on approach, working closely with founders during critical phases of development, especially after initial seed funding. In February 2023, Defy closed its third fund at $300 million, following the close of its second fund at $262 million in May 2019.

The firm's founding team has more than 40 years of experience in helping successful entrepreneurs grow companies like The Honest Company, Nest, Elemental, and Dropcam. Defy is committed to being the partner of choice for today's boldest startup founders, as they become tomorrow's visionary leaders.