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Venture Capital and Private Equity PrincipalsCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
Act One Ventures, based in Los Angeles, is a venture capital and private equity firm investing in founders transforming how modern businesses operate in the AI economy. It backs early-stage companies rearchitecting enterprise systems across infrastructure, automation, and decision-making, helping them scale as they grow. The firm was founded by two former entrepreneurs and emphasizes an operator-like approach, drawing on those founders’ firsthand experience with IPOs, pivots, and shutdowns to guide early decisions. It provides hands-on support around pricing, go-to-market strategy, capital planning, and team design to help portfolio teams navigate critical early choices. With a relatively small team, Act One positions itself as a practical, founder-friendly partner in Los Angeles.