Cove Fund


Cove Fund is a seed-stage venture capital fund that provides startup funding for promising new ventures in Southern California. Headquartered at UC Irvine Beall Applied Innovation, the fund focuses on early-stage technology and life science companies that have the potential to address large markets with highly differentiated products and services. Cove Fund aims to achieve significant value-creating inflection points with its seed funding, supporting the vibrant Southern California startup ecosystem. The fund has launched multiple funds, including Cove Fund III, which is expected to exceed $30M in capital, more than twice the size of Cove Fund II.

Cove Fund

Cove Fund

Cove Fund, 5270 California Avenue, Suite 100, Irvine, CA 92617


What We Do

Cove Fund supports its portfolio companies in governance, often through a board seat, providing strategic oversight and guidance.

The fund offers mentoring and coaching to its portfolio companies, leveraging the expertise of its members and network.

Cove Fund facilitates introductions to potential customers, employees, and service providers to help portfolio companies grow their networks and business opportunities.


Fund Size

Investment Range


Portfolio

PhageTech, Inc. is a developmental stage company applying an innovative approach for detecting disease markers in body fluids.

#Life Sciences

Develops light-based imaging devices for medical skin conditions.

#Medical Devices

Provides 3D computer vision applications for various industries.

#Technology

A toy and media company creating brands that inspire and educate.

#Media and Entertainment

An app for messaging friends through music.

#Technology

A leading hotel guest messaging platform.

#Technology

Platform for photographers to manage workflow and customer communications.

#Technology

Platform using geo-location and dynamic picture alteration for user engagement.

#Technology

Provides expertise in manufacturing software and big data analytics.

#Technology

Creates immersive experiences for gamers.

#Gaming

Develops VR environments for gaming and storytelling.

#Virtual Reality

Provides predictive insights into mechanical systems.

#Technology

Develops high-performance interconnect memory fabric solutions.

#Technology

Community of creators collaborating with brands.

#Technology

Creates interactive plush toys.

#Consumer Products

Develops signal integrity solutions for networking interconnects.

#Semiconductors

Develops technologies for diabetes management.

#Medical Devices

Enterprise-class shipping & logistics software.

#Logistics

Platform for cancer cell testing with immune cells.

#Biotechnology

Chewing gum designed to support the immune system.

#Consumer Products

Pioneers immersive experiences with 3D LED display technology.

#Entertainment Technology

Develops personalized 3D printed devices for spine fusion surgery.

#Medical Devices

Revolutionizes access to ecommerce and direct-to-consumer data.

#Data Analytics

Develops microbiome-based solutions for acne and skin conditions.

#Consumer Health

Develops software for automation in the legal industry.

#Legal Technology

Provides real-time health monitoring for hydraulic systems.

#Industrial Technology

Logistics platform connecting truck and van owners with businesses.

#Logistics

Helps small businesses transition online with a digital platform.

#Technology

Creates immersive experiences for gamers.

#Gaming

Develops a wireless sensor for respiratory monitoring.

#Medical Devices

Develops gas sensors for industrial and IoT applications.

#Technology

Develops a device to convert medical waste into sterile garbage.

#Environmental Technology

Develops medical devices for precision therapy.

#Medical Devices

Monitors brand and product activity across e-commerce.

#Technology

Live music streaming platform focusing on community and revenue generation.

#Music Technology

Secures data with a transparent multi-patented security platform.

#Cybersecurity

At-home health tracker for personalized wellness insights.

#Health Technology

Develops therapeutics for dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration.

#Biotechnology

Develops a wearable remote medication monitor for opioid use disorder patients.

#Health Technology

Offers co-branded international cellular data plans using eSIM technology.

#Telecommunications

Focuses on multi-omic solutions for early disease detection.

#Biotechnology

Provides strategic water management solutions for farmers.

#Agriculture Technology

Marketplace for onsite energy systems and microgrid projects.

#Energy Technology

SaaS platform for automating insurance quoting processes.

#Insurance Technology

Blood testing platform for rapid pathogen identification.

#Health Technology

AI-enabled sports and entertainment engagement platform.

#Entertainment Technology

SaaS platform for managing digital experiences globally.

#Technology

Occupancy management solution with real-time monitoring.

#Technology

AI/ML platform for predicting high performing teams.

#Technology


Key People

Fund Manager

Fund Manager

Venture Partner

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