Expert DOJO

2014

Founded

157

Investments

United States

Offices

Accelerator

Investor Type

About

Expert DOJO is a prominent early-stage startup accelerator and venture capital firm based in Santa Monica, California. Established in 2014, the firm has invested in over 260 startups, focusing on pre-seed and seed-stage companies with high growth potential. Their portfolio spans various industries, including SaaS, fintech, AI, and more.

Expert DOJO emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, with 41% of their investments directed towards female-founded or led companies, surpassing the average of 18.8% among top U.S. accelerators. The firm offers a comprehensive growth program that includes a $50,000 investment for a 3.5% equity stake, along with resources like perks, discounts, accountability coaching, and access to a vast network of investors and mentors.

Their approach has led to an average of 300% valuation growth across their portfolio over the past four years.

Portfolio Companies

UNLU, STARNEWS, SHOPPINPAL, GEOJAM, Bhive, Cloudworx, Doqfy, VISA, American Express, Draper

Gepgraphic Focus

United States, India

Key Differentiators

Focus on visionary companies, Emphasis on diversity and inclusion, Comprehensive growth programs, Strong network of global investors

Thypical Investment Size

$50,000

Total Funds Raised

$50,000

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FinTech

IoT (Internet of Things)

Robotics

SaaS

Santa Monica

Seed

Series A

Series B

United States