- What is Gaingels' primary investment thesis?
- Gaingels is a venture investment syndicate that supports and represents the LGBTQIA+ community and allies. They invest in companies with diverse/LGBTQIA+ founders and C-suite leaders, as well as other high-growth companies committed to building inclusive teams.
- Which sectors does Gaingels primarily focus on for investments?
- Gaingels shows a strong focus on Health Tech & Life Sciences, with 6 portfolio companies in this sector. They also have investments in Business Software and Fintech & Insurtech.
- Can you name some of Gaingels' recent portfolio companies?
- Gaingels has recently invested in companies such as CapStack, which raised $6M in a Pre-Seed round, and Utila, which secured $51.5M in an A Round.
- What are some of Gaingels' notable exits?
- Gaingels has seen exits including Fondue, which was acquired by Postscript in July 2023, and Colors AI, acquired by Aquant Technologies in December 2025.
- What is Gaingels' investment stage preference?
- Gaingels invests across various stages, including Seed, A Round, B Round, C Round, D Round, and E Round.
- Who are the co-founders of Gaingels?
- Gaingels was co-founded by Paul Grossinger and David Beatty. Paul Grossinger currently serves as a Co-founder & General Partner.
- Has Gaingels participated in any significant funding rounds recently?
- Yes, Gaingels participated in a $51.5M A Round for Utila in 2022 and a $6M Pre-Seed round for CapStack in 2023.
- What is the range of check sizes for Gaingels' investments?
- According to startupim data, Gaingels' investment range is between $252.3K and $43.2M.