Science

2011

Founded

56

Investments

United States

Offices

Venture Fund

Investor Type

About

Science Inc. is a Los Angeles-based startup studio and venture capital firm founded in 2011 by Michael Jones. The firm specializes in building and scaling innovative companies by providing operational expertise, strategic guidance, and capital.

Science Inc. focuses on developing new businesses, offering support to emerging startups, and transforming later-stage internet ventures through talent and innovation. Over the years, the firm has co-founded and invested in more than 70 companies, achieving significant exits such as Dollar Shave Club (acquired by Unilever for $1 billion), FameBit (acquired by Google), and HelloSociety (acquired by The New York Times).

In 2021, Science Inc. launched its first rolling fund, focusing on private tech-enabled companies at Series B or subsequent stages. The firm's portfolio includes notable companies like DogVacay, which merged with Rover in 2018, and Plowz & Mowz, a gig-marketplace for landscaping services.

Portfolio Companies

Dollar Shave Club, FameBit, HelloSociety, DogVacay, Plowz & Mowz, HomeHero, Hello.Me, Stunner Inc., Delicious, PlayHaven

Gepgraphic Focus

United States, International

Key Differentiators

Startup studio model, Operational expertise, Strategic guidance, Capital provision, Focus on building and scaling companies

Thypical Investment Size

Not specified

Total Funds Raised

$310.5 million

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Advertising (AdTech)

Big Data & Analytics

E-Commerce

EdTech

FinTech

IoT (Internet of Things)

Santa Monica

Seed

Series A

Series B

United States