Last updated 2026-06-18
Portfolio
59
in our dataset
Rounds participated
82
Rounds led
5
Rounds' value
$705.0M
total disclosed, rounds participated
Stages
Pre-Seed, Seed
About
UpWest is a pre-seed & seed-stage Silicon Valley fund investing in Israeli entrepreneurs. It is focused on a hands-on approach to supercharge the growth of its start-ups, providing seed funding, proximity and access to markets and capital, and a supportive community of talented peers and mentors. It actively invests in companies with three main criteria: companies with founders that are looking to break into the US market or founders that have already established a US presence; companies at all stages of the product lifecycle, from a mere idea to a market-ready product; and start-ups with or without previous seed funding.
Beyond its investments, it also supplies its entrepreneurs with office space, access to the Silicon Valley ecosystem, and an opportunity to work with influential and experienced people in the technology world. It only invests in a handful of start-ups per year, ensuring it has the capacity to actively support these companies for many years. It also invests in the follow-on-funding round of its portfolio companies and scales its support to them. It invests in the following domains: Enterprise Software, Internet of Things, Infrastructure Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, Consumer Applications, Drones, Cyber Security, AR/VR, Marketplaces & more.
Portfolio · 59
Darwin AI
AI-based Control Center Platform for Organizations
TrialKit
Discovery Platform for Criminal Defense Attorneys
Torch Security
Non-Human Identities Security
Ecton
AI-Driven Healthcare Payment Solutions
Zenity
Security Governance Platform
PerfectScale
Simplified Kubernetes Optimization and Governance
Unity SCM
SaaS-based Supply Chain Operation Platform
Rotate
Cloud Security Platform
BeeHero
Precision Pollination as a Service
Balance
B2B Digital Checkout Platform
Canopy
Intelligent Care Platform for Oncology
CyCognito
Attack Surface Analysis and Remediation Platform
Metis
Always Optimized No-Ops Data Infrastructure at Scale
Imubit
AI Process Optimization for Refiners and Chemical Operators
Zone7
AI-based Performance Optimization Platform for Athletes
SentinelOne
Autonomous AI Endpoint Security Platform
Aspecto
Cost-effective OpenTelemetry
Waycare
AI-driven Mobility Platform for Smart Cities
Loadmill
Automated Backend Testing Platform
Simpo
Product Engagement Platform
Stampli
Cloud-based Interactive Invoice Management
Javelin Networks
Active Directory Protection Solution
Fuze.tv
Video Editor for Gamers
EXO Technologies
Predictive Software for Improving GPS Accuracy
Codefresh
DevOps Automation Platform for Kubernetes Apps
Jolt
Business School for Self-made Professionals
REACH
Remote Customer Collaboration Platform for Business Transactions
Hippodom Software
Full-service Solution for Business Freight Shipping
Giftedd
Corporate Gifting Platform
Airobotics
Automated Drone Platform for Industrial Facilities
ARCadia Augmented Reality
Augmented Reality for Construction Sites
uMake
Platform for 3D Design
Home365
Property Management Platform
CodersClan
Communal Code Outsourcing
Jaco Analytics
Behavioral Analytics Platform
Anyword
Marketing Language Optimization Platform
Back&
Fully Loaded Backend for Angular Apps
Donde Search
Intuitive Mobile Search for Fashion Items
Marquee
Solutions for Independent Marketing Pros
HoneyBook
Client Management Software
SecuredTouch
Mobile Gesture-based Authentication and Fraud Detection
Xyrosoft
Big Data Management Infrastructure
Immersia
Immersive Games for Learning Languages
FirstImpression
Ad Product Creation and Monetization Platform
Genoox
Genomic Data Management Platform
Mamaya
Data-driven Creative Marketing Platform for eCommerce
ModusP
Research Platform for Lawyers
CyberX
IIoT and ICS Cyber-security Platform
Dscovered
Graphic Designer Marketplace
Comeet
Collaborative Hiring Platform
Neura
Behavior Intelligence Platform
Veed.me
Video Production Marketplace
ONDiGO CRM
Mobile CRM for Small Businesses and Professionals
SmarterApps
Rule-based Smartphone Automation App
Preen.Me
User-generated Content Marketing Platform
Groovideo
Custom-Made Group Videos App
Drippler
Personalized Technology Info and Tips for Smartphone Users
Senexx
Question and Answer Platform for an Organization's Employees to Share Their Knowledge
Apester
Interactive Content Engagement
Investment activity
26 portfolio exits on record.
Portfolio by sector
Business Software29
Cyber Security9
Health Tech & Life Sciences5
Media & Entertainment Technologies4
Fintech & Insurtech4
Undisclosed3
Automotive & Mobility Technologies3
Industrial Technologies3
Funds · 2
- 4 — $70M Nov 2021
- 3 — $18M Feb 2018
Q&A
- What is UpWest's primary investment focus?
- UpWest is a pre-seed & seed-stage Silicon Valley fund that invests in Israeli entrepreneurs, focusing on companies looking to enter or already established in the US market. They support companies across all product lifecycle stages and actively invest in domains such as Enterprise Software, IoT, Infrastructure Technologies, AI, Consumer Applications, Drones, Cyber Security, AR/VR, and Marketplaces.
- What was UpWest's most recent fundraise?
- UpWest raised Fund 4, a $70 million fund, in November 2021.
- What are some of UpWest's recent exits?
- UpWest has seen several exits recently, including Rotate, which was acquired by Check Point Software Technologies in February 2026, and Genoox, acquired by Qiagen for $80 million in May 2025.
- Which portfolio companies has UpWest exited in the last two years?
- In the last two years, UpWest has exited several companies, including Rotate (acquired by Check Point Software Technologies in February 2026), Genoox (acquired by Qiagen for $80 million in May 2025), and PerfectScale (acquired by DoIt in February 2025).
- What is the typical investment stage for UpWest?
- UpWest primarily invests at the Pre-Seed and Seed stages.
- Can you name a notable public exit from UpWest's portfolio?
- A notable public exit from UpWest's portfolio is SentinelOne, which went public on the NYSE in June 2021 with a valuation of $8.9 billion.
- What is the sector focus of UpWest's portfolio companies?
- UpWest's portfolio shows a strong concentration in Business Software with 29 companies, followed by Cyber Security with 9 companies, and Health Tech & Life Sciences with 5 companies.
- Who are the founding partners of UpWest?
- The founding partners of UpWest are Shuly Galili and Gil Ben-Artzy.
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External links
| Website | upwest.vc |
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| linkedin.com/company/2475687 | |
| facebook.com/UpWest.vc | |
| instagram.com/upwest.vc |
Identifiers & details
| Founded | 2012 |
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Web history (Wayback)
| Domain | upwest.vc |
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Certificate / subdomain footprint
| Subdomains | 4 |
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