THE
GATEWAY
FOR DEEPTECH.
Empowering exceptional talent to transform breakthrough technologies from Berkeley and beyond into the companies of the future.
Why Founders Partner with Us
Deep Tech Commercialization Expertise
Proven success running UC Berkeley Deep Tech Innovation Lab since 2020, guiding dozens of breakthrough technologies from lab to market.
Proprietary Patent Intelligence & IP Strategy
Two Decades operating an IP strategy, patent analytics & software firm. Built defensible moats; supported R&D and M&A for corporates, investors and startups.
Differentiated Global Network
Network of 500+ UC Berkeley alumni from Business, Engineering & Law; 50+ serial entrepreneurs, operators, investors, and service providers.
OUR FOCUS AREAS
FFC is committed to investing in diverse and underrepresented founders.
Areas of Interest
Climate
Healthcare
Advanced Materials
Robotics
Quantum
Energy
AI/ML
TechBio
Space Tech
Biotech
Our Impact
Accelerating breakthroughs from Berkeley to global markets
$9M+
Deployed
15+
Investments
50x
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