Watertower Ventures

Watertower Ventures is a Los Angeles-based, early-stage venture capital firm investing in founders building businesses for the enterprise and connected consumer. The firm leads and co-leads pre-seed and seed rounds, with initial check sizes of $500,000 to $2 million and up to $5 million allocated per investment. Its stated focus areas include AI modernization of critical industries, enterprise optimization, media, and consumer transformation.

Built by operators who say they have founded 11 successful companies, Watertower pairs capital with hands-on support. It helps portfolio founders access decision-makers, pursue early revenue through design partnerships and product trials, plan fundraising, and connect with later-stage capital. The firm describes its approach as long-term and relationship-driven, supporting founders from the earliest stages through growth and subsequent financing. Its website lists Los Angeles and New York as locations and features portfolio companies across areas including financial technology, enterprise AI, media, and consumer AI.