Amy Gu
Founder and Managing Partner @ Hemi Ventures
Palo Alto, United States
Amy Gu is a Series A investor at Hemi Ventures in Palo Alto focused on Computer Vision and Artificial Intelligence. Amy Gu is the founder and managing partner of Hemi Ventures, a VC firm that invests in early-stage companies in emerging technology sectors like AI, biotech, and autonomous vehicles. Amy is a leader in diversifying the male-dominated world of tech entrepreneurship and financing. Prior to her experience as an investor, Gu honed her innovation skillsas an executive and adviser at companies including Evernote, Robinhood and Udacity. Fast Company named Amy among its “Most Creative People of 2015”, “40 under 40 of 2018” by Silicon Valley Business Journal and “Rising Stars in VC” by National Venture Capital Association. She holds an MBA from Stanford.
- Total investments:
- 6
- Last investment:
- Lead investor:
- 33%
Last updated:
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Industries Amy Gu invests in
Stages Amy Gu invests in
Countries Amy Gu invests in
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Investment Focus
Industry
- Computer Vision 2 (33%)
- Artificial Intelligence 2 (33%)
- Database 1 (17%)
- Security 1 (17%)
- Software 1 (17%)
Stage
- Series A 2 (33%)
- Seed 1 (17%)
- Pre-Seed 1 (17%)
- Convertible Note 1 (17%)
Country
- United States 2 (33%)
- South Korea 1 (17%)
Investments
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| Smart Radar System (SRS) is a pioneer in the field of 4D image radar. Having specialized in radar technology for more than three years, SRS is developing the world's first 4D image radar, RETINA, with sub 1 degree angular resolution and 360 degree surround view. | $4M / Series A / Oct 28, 2019 | ||
| Tensorflight provides detailed, accurate, and near-instant commercial property data. Our engine based on machine learning, AI, and computer vision analyzes images of the whole structure in order to build a database of all buildings in the world, providing features such as:- Building footprint and square footage- AI-based replacement cost-Number of stories- Construction type- Roof attributes like geometry or material- And much more | $2M / Series A / Jul 17, 2019 | ||
| Tensorflight provides detailed, accurate, and near-instant commercial property data. Our engine based on machine learning, AI, and computer vision analyzes images of the whole structure in order to build a database of all buildings in the world, providing features such as:- Building footprint and square footage- AI-based replacement cost-Number of stories- Construction type- Roof attributes like geometry or material- And much more | $2M / Seed / Jun 21, 2019 | ||
| Tensorflight provides detailed, accurate, and near-instant commercial property data. Our engine based on machine learning, AI, and computer vision analyzes images of the whole structure in order to build a database of all buildings in the world, providing features such as:- Building footprint and square footage- AI-based replacement cost-Number of stories- Construction type- Roof attributes like geometry or material- And much more | $500K / Seed / Oct 04, 2017 | ||
| Alcatraz AI replaces badging as an access point identification method by leveraging facial recognition, 3d sensing, and AI. The company builds a facial authentication platform using AI and 3D sensing to enable a highly secure and frictionless entry into physical locations. Alcatraz AI was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in California, USA. | $1.8M / Convertible Note / Nov 01, 2016 | ||
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About Hemi Ventures
Hemi Ventures invests in early stage startups in autonomous vehicles, artificial intelligence applications, biotech, and other emerging technology sectors. We partner with entrepreneurs whose cutting edge innovations unlock new frontiers for human potential. ‘Hemi’ (hēmi-) means ‘half’ in Greek. We serve as a complementary half to our founders. Inaddition to capital, we help founders establish pivotal relationships with industry partners and customers to build strong ecosystems that help them grow.
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What does Amy Gu invest in?
Amy Gu invests primarily in Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence and Database startups, most often at Series A and Seed stage. Most of the 6 investments tracked by Shizune back companies in United States. The Investment Focus section breaks down every industry, stage and country in the portfolio.
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When did Amy Gu last invest?
The most recent investment recorded for Amy Gu closed in Oct 2019. Shizune tracks 6 investments in total for this profile, including round sizes, stages and portfolio companies, all sourced from confirmed public funding rounds and refreshed monthly.
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