AI Seed

AI Seed is a venture capital fund focused on early-stage artificial intelligence companies. It provides capital and tailored operational support to pure-play AI startups, investing pre-seed through Series A. The firm connects portfolio companies with experienced AI entrepreneurs, aids talent acquisition, and provides strategic commercial introductions, guiding innovative solution development.

Established in 2017, AI Seed was founded by successful entrepreneurs. Managing Partners Michael Axelgaard, Jacques de Cock, and Steve Weis each sold prior tech ventures:medical software, fintech, and security software respectively. Their collective insight into AI founder challenges inspired a fund offering expert guidance and investment.

The fund targets early-stage AI founders in European and Silicon Valley markets. AI Seed exclusively backs companies rooted in AI development, envisioning disruptive innovation. It facilitates international growth, supporting European AI startups expanding into the United States, advancing AI globally.