8vc GP I, LLC
8VC GP I, LLC is the primary investment management entity of 8VC, a technology and life sciences-focused venture capital firm founded in 2015 by Joe Lonsdale and partners. Now headquartered in Austin, Texas, the firm manages over $6-$8 billion of committed capital and employs over 25 staff. 8VC invests across multiple stages in sectors including AI, enterprise software, healthcare, logistics, financial services, defense, manufacturing, and IT infrastructure. The firm serves institutional investors, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals.
Investment Strategy
8VC focuses on partnering with elite founders to build innovative technology and bio-sciences companies that create long-term economic and societal value. The firm predominantly invests in early- to growth-stage companies, favoring those addressing foundational infrastructure, industry transformation, and societal problems. 8VC employs a hands-on approach through its proprietary 'Build' program and emphasizes sectors such as logistics, defense, health, enterprise software, and IT infrastructure. Their investment philosophy is guided by principled contrarianism, stewardship, and a mission to 'fix a broken world,' seeking positive-sum outcomes that benefit both investors and society.
Top Holdings
Equity Positions (2)
| Ticker | Security | Weight | Market Value | Shares | Avg Cost | Price | Change (QoQ) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J JOBY | Joby Aviation, Inc. | 99.47% | $101.2M | 9,596,667 | $6.65 | $10.55 | +$43.5M |
S SNTI | Senti Biosciences, Inc. | 0.53% | $535.4K | 253,755 | $0.66 | $2.11 | -$317.2K |