What does Halogen Ventures do?

Halogen Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Santa Monica, California, founded in 2015 by Jesse Draper. The firm specializes in investing in consumer technology companies that have at least one female founder, focusing on the Future of Family category. Halogen aims to close the gender investment gap by supporting women-led startups that address key challenges for families, particularly in the $7.5 trillion market for modern family solutions like childcare. With over 75 portfolio companies, all of which are female-founded, Halogen has generated significant market value, including five unicorns. The firm invests in various sectors, including consumer technology, life sciences, and business services, with check sizes ranging from $0-$100K to $500K-$1M. Halogen provides hands-on support, including capital, strategic mentorship, and access to networks, helping startups navigate their growth and potential exits. Notable investments include Babylist, Everlywell, and HopSkipDrive, among others.