Conviction
Conviction VC invests in early-stage AI-native 'Software 3.0' companies
About
Conviction VC is a venture capital firm established in 2022, focusing on early-stage investments in AI-native, 'Software 3.0' companies. The firm typically invests between $1 million and $25 million, often taking an initial role as the first investor in their portfolio companies. Conviction VC emphasizes a hands-on approach, leveraging a broad network to support founders in scaling their businesses. Their investment strategy centers on translating powerful AI models into transformative end-user products across various industries. The firm's portfolio includes notable companies such as Harvey, an AI-powered legal assistant platform valued at $3 billion; Mistral AI, a French open-source AI model company valued at $6 billion; and Sierra, a conversational AI platform co-founded by Bret Taylor, valued at $4.5 billion. Conviction VC's team comprises individuals with deep expertise in technology and venture capital, including General Partner Andrew Jenkins, who has a background in hedge fund management and private equity, and Partner Will Orde, who specializes in Series A+ stages. The firm's headquarters are located at 1 King William Street, London, EC4N 7AF, United Kingdom.