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Unpopular Ventures

Prolific syndicate backing companies off the beaten path.

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Target market
Early-stage companies outside consensus sectors and geographies
Geography
Global

Overview

Unpopular Ventures, founded by Peter Livingston in 2019, is one of the most active syndicates on AngelList, investing in what it calls 'the best companies off the beaten path' — unfashionable sectors, overlooked geographies and unconventional founders. Its volume and global reach make it a frequent co-investor in rounds that fall outside the Bay Area consensus.

Key facts

  • Founded by Peter Livingston in 2019
  • Consistently ranks among the most active AngelList syndicates
  • Thesis: exceptional companies in unfashionable markets and geographies

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