Unusual Ventures
Unusual Ventures is a seed-stage venture capital firm founded in 2018 and based in Menlo Park, California, with additional offices in San Francisco and Boston. The firm focuses on early-stage investments in enterprise software startups, particularly those utilizing artificial intelligence and infrastructure software. Unusual Ventures aims to redefine the venture capital model by offering hands-on support to founders, positioning itself as a collaborative partner. The firm invests from pre-seed to Series A stages, providing operational assistance in areas like recruiting, sales, and marketing. Their Unusual Academy offers educational resources and workshops, along with investment opportunities up to $1 million. Unusual Ventures has built a diverse portfolio that includes companies like Arctic Wolf Networks, Robinhood, and Harness, reflecting its commitment to supporting innovative founders in the tech space.
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Headcount trend
Unusual Ventures went from 38 employees in Jul 2023 to 38 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 14 people joined, 8 left.
Headcount data through Jun 2025
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Funding
- May 2022 · $485M
- Nov 2019 · $400M · Doris Duke Charitable Foundation
- May 2018 · $160M
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Unusual Ventures FAQ
How many employees does Unusual Ventures have?
Unusual Ventures has about 38 employees, down 7.3% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.
Does Unusual Ventures sponsor H1B visas?
Yes. Unusual Ventures filed 1 H1B (LCA) application in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. It was for a Operations role.
How much funding has Unusual Ventures raised?
Unusual Ventures has raised $1.04B in total funding.
Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.