Threshold Ventures

Threshold Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Menlo Park, California, focusing on investments in healthcare and enterprise software sectors. The firm primarily targets seed, Series A, and Series B funding rounds, partnering with visionary founders to bring innovative solutions to market. Threshold Ventures is known for its active involvement in portfolio companies, often taking board seats and supporting them through various growth stages, including IPOs.

In 2019, Threshold Ventures rebranded from Draper Fisher Jurvetson (DFJ), a firm with a history of investing in technology companies since the mid-1980s. The rebranding marked a new chapter for the firm, emphasizing its commitment to early-stage investments in the United States. Threshold Ventures has expanded its presence to New York, aiming to tap into the growing East Coast startup ecosystem and support a diverse range of entrepreneurs.

The firm's investment philosophy emphasizes a high-conviction approach, concentrating on a select number of investments to provide dedicated support and resources. Notable portfolio companies include Box, Doximity, LaunchDarkly, Livongo, Redfin, Remitly, Talkdesk, and Twilio. Threshold Ventures also runs a podcast called "The Startup Solution," hosted by partner Heidi Roizen, offering entrepreneurial guidance and insights.