Bragiel Brothers

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Overview

Bragiel Brothers is an early-stage venture capital firm based in San Francisco, founded by brothers Paul and Dan Bragiel. It invests in pre-seed, seed, and Series A rounds, targeting sectors such as SaaS, fintech, AI, machine learning, developer tools, aerospace & defense, consumer, and climate. The firm has made over 73 investments in more than 60 companies globally, providing capital alongside mentorship and strategic guidance to founders.¹⁴⁵

History

Bragiel Brothers was founded in 2016 by brothers Paul and Dan Bragiel, who bring experience from advising and investing in companies like Uber, Niantic, and Unity.¹⁴⁵ The firm has completed over 73 investments, with its last known activity in July 2023, and manages at least two closed funds.¹⁵ Notable exits include companies like Punchh and Replay, demonstrating its role in supporting startup growth.¹

Reputation

Bragiel Brothers is recognized by startup founders for its hands-on approach, offering mentorship beyond capital, which has contributed to successful exits.¹ Professionals note its global investment outlook and focus on innovative technologies in high-growth sectors.¹⁴ Some sources conflict on founding year (2010 vs. 2016) and portfolio details, indicating varying levels of verification across databases.²¹

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