General Catalyst
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- The VC Vault
General Catalyst is a full-stack venture platform investing in transformative technology from seed through IPO. With $27B+ AUM, they back category-defining companies and also launch ventures through their “creation” strategy. The firm is particularly strong in healthcare, fintech, and marketplaces, with standout investments like Airbnb and Stripe. Their operational depth and stage flexibility make them one of the most active global VCs.
Location:
Cambridge, MA & Global
Fund Size:
~$27B AUM (raised $8B in 2024 across core VC, creation, and long-term strategies)
Average Check:
Flexible across stages; early-stage to $100M+ growth checks
Stage Focus:
Seed to Growth; with dedicated arms for Health Assurance, Creation, and Global investing
Household Brands:
Airbnb, Stripe, HubSpot, Snap, Deliveroo
Contact:
Marc Bhargava (Managing Director) mbhargava@generalcatalyst.com
Neeraj Arora (Managing Director) narora@generalcatalyst.com
