Mike Edelhart

Mike Edelhart is a prominent figure in the venture capital and technology investment space. He currently holds several key positions:

Current Roles

• Managing Partner at Ataraxia VC (since November 2020)1
• Managing Partner at Joyance Partners (since June 2017)1
• Managing Partner at Social Starts (since January 2014)1

Professional Background

Mike Edelhart has extensive experience in the venture capital and technology sectors. Some highlights of his career include:

• Lead partner at Social Starts Moment-of-Inception investment fund2
• CEO of the Tomorrow Project2
• 13 years at Ziff Davis, a prominent technology media company2

Investment Focus

Edelhart's investment interests span various sectors:

• At Joyance Partners, he focuses on companies that use science and technology to improve the way we live, particularly in health and consumer sectors from Pre-Seed to Series A1
• Social Starts invests in moment-of-inception and Series A rounds, emphasizing the intersection of health and happiness1
• Ataraxia VC concentrates on early-stage companies aimed at helping people live longer and better1

Notable Investments

Social Starts, under Edelhart's leadership, has invested in successful companies such as:

• Pinterest
• Boxed (described as "Costco on your phone")2

Expertise and Contributions

Mike Edelhart is known for his insights into startup dynamics and investment strategies. He has:

• Authored 22 books2
• Maintains a blog with valuable insights for entrepreneurs and investors2
• Developed unique frameworks for categorizing startups, such as comparing them to animals like rabbits, tortoises, bears, and hawks instead of just unicorns2

Edelhart's LinkedIn profile (username: mikeedelhart) serves as a hub for his professional information and thought leadership in the venture capital and technology investment space.1