nvestments globally, with a heavy presence in the U.S. and Europe. It combines early capital with hands-on support via its accelerator program and a network of advisors, with the goal of helping startups achieve traction and scale.

Pre-Seed: Active participation with capital and accelerator resources.
Seed: Core stage of investment where Quake typically deploys capital.
Series A & Beyond: Occasionally supports through follow-ons via co-investors or network introductions; not the primary lead for later rounds.

Typical Check Size: $150K–$200K initial investment in exchange for equity.
Typical Equity Position: ~3%–6% ownership upon entry — Quake generally takes a minority, non-controlling stake in seed rounds.
Valuations & Instruments: Standard early-stage preferred equity or Post-Money SAFE structures; valuations commonly in the $3M–$7M range.
Board & Control: As a minority investor, Quake typically does not take board control; involvement is more strategic and mentoring-oriented rather than governance control.

Submission Method: Founders engage via Quake’s online application (accelerator or direct contact) or through ecosystem partners and referrals; programs are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Accelerator Pathway: Participation in Quake’s accelerator programs across locations (Austin, NYC, Los Angeles, Cologne) is another route to investment consideration. 

Sector Focus: Sector-agnostic, favoring disruptive tech with strong traction or early adoption signals; avoids long lead-time regulatory businesses.
Geography: Global focus with most investments in U.S. startups, and approximately ~15% internationally. 
Company Profile: Pre-seed/seed startups with early customer engagement or product traction; structured as U.S. C-Corps or equivalent entities. 
Team: Founders with execution capability and early market validation. 

Initial Intake: Startup pitch materials reviewed for market fit, traction, and growth potential. 
 Founder Assessment: Evaluation of founder execution ability and team strength. 
 Partner Review: Investment team evaluates technology, traction benchmarks, and strategic fit. 
 Deal Structuring: Terms negotiated in line with early stage norms; ownership sized to provide meaningful alignment while preserving runway for future rounds. 

Strategic Capital: Seed or pre-seed financing (~$150K–$200K) for early growth milestones.
 Accelerator Support: Access to a 14-week accelerator with hands-on training, mentorship, and network introductions. 
Network & Partners: Connections to a broad network of investors, advisors, manufacturers, and follow-on capital sources. 
Fundraising Support: Help with raising follow-on rounds through a large investor network.