Uphonest Capital

UpHonest Capital is a sector-agnostic early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2015 and based in Silicon Valley, with offices in Palo Alto and San Francisco. The firm focuses on investing in Seed, Pre-Series A, and Series A rounds, supporting rapidly scaling startups primarily in technology-driven sectors. UpHonest Capital leverages its extensive network and resources to catalyze value creation and foster innovation, particularly bridging entrepreneurial ecosystems between the U.S. and China.

The firm has built a diverse portfolio of over 400 companies, including 30+ unicorns such as Rippling, Instacart, Boom Supersonic, Lime, and Checkr. UpHonest Capital invests across a broad range of industries including AI, Internet of Things, cloud computing, biotech, fintech, real estate technology, consumer goods, medicine, health, education, and emerging future-oriented sectors. It also supports entrepreneurship through initiatives like UpHonest Scouts and Beta University, which nurture young professionals and global talents in Silicon Valley.

Led by founding partner Wei Guo, a highly respected early-stage investor recognized on the Forbes Midas Seed List and ranked #18 globally among seed investors in 2024, UpHonest Capital is known for its strong investment track record and deep connections within the Asian and broader global startup communities. The firm actively co-invests with top-tier venture capital funds such as Google Ventures, Andreessen Horowitz, and Accel Partners, enhancing its ability to support high-potential startups from inception to growth.