Cory Moelis

Cory Moelis is the General Partner at Ground Up Ventures, a venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage investments, particularly in pre-seed and seed stage startups in the United States and Israel. He has been in this role since September 2016 and is based in the New York City Metropolitan Area.134

Education and Early Career

Cory Moelis studied at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned both his undergraduate degree and an MBA with a focus on Entrepreneurship.35 Before his current position, he held various roles, including Head of Product at Derby Games and an analyst at Moelis & Company, which is a global investment bank.34

Investment Focus

At Ground Up Ventures, Moelis typically invests between $250,000 and $500,000 in startups, with a sweet spot around $375,000. His investment portfolio includes companies in sectors like FinTech, and he has been involved in notable investments such as Disco and Postmoda.245

Personal Interests

In addition to his venture capital work, Cory Moelis is involved in the horse racing industry, having joined the board of trustees for the Thoroughbred Education and Research Foundation. His family has a legacy in thoroughbred racing, which he continues through his active participation as a horse owner.45

Overall, Cory Moelis combines his expertise in finance and venture capital with a passion for entrepreneurship and horse racing, contributing to both sectors through his professional and personal endeavors.