SuperAngel.Fund
ActiveOverview
SuperAngel.Fund is an early-stage venture capital fund founded by Ben Zises that invests in pre-seed through Series A stage companies across Consumer (CPG, eCommerce, SaaS), PropTech, and Future of Work sectors. The fund writes checks typically between $25,000 and $250,000 and evaluates over 200 deals monthly, with a portfolio including notable investments in companies like Quip and Caraway. SuperAngel.Fund is known for its founder-centric approach, early-stage investment strategy often pre-product, and emphasis on market disruption and innovative design.
History
SuperAngel.Fund was founded by Ben Zises in January 2021 as an early-stage venture capital fund. Ben Zises transitioned from being one of NYC's most active angel investors, having personally invested approximately $4 million of his own capital before establishing the fund. The fund targets a 20-30% IRR over a 10-year period and has built a portfolio of over 15 startups including four unicorn companies. The fund operates as an independent firm with an ecosystem builder arm focused on sourcing, selecting, and supporting new businesses.
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Seed Checks | Earliest possible capital for unproven concepts | $25,000 - $100,000 |
| Seed Round Investments | Capital for early-stage product validation | $100,000 - $250,000 |
| Series A Participation | Growth capital for scaling operations | $100,000 - $250,000 |
| Operational Support Services | Founder mentorship and strategic guidance | Included with investment |
| Network Access | Connection to strategic capital and resources | Included with investment |
Manufacturing
Not applicable. SuperAngel.Fund is a venture capital firm that provides capital and strategic support to early-stage companies rather than manufacturing physical products.
Notable Products
- Quip Investment - Early-stage investment in consumer brand company
- Caraway Investment - Early-stage investment in direct-to-consumer home goods company
- Arber Investment - Early-stage investment in PropTech sector company
- SuperAngelSyndicate.com - Syndication platform for co-investing in early-stage opportunities
- Founder Support Program - Operational, sales, and team-building support for portfolio companies
Reputation
SuperAngel.Fund is recognized as an active early-stage investor with founder empathy and operational expertise, leveraging Ben Zises' background as a startup founder and COO. The fund is known for making early bets, often pre-product, and for its extensive deal flow evaluation process. Its portfolio includes four unicorn companies, demonstrating successful investment selection. The fund's solo GP structure and focus on founder support differentiate it in the early-stage venture landscape, though its small team size may limit capacity for extensive portfolio support.