THE LAUNCHPAD 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

Areas of interest include: Climate, Healthcare, Advanced Materials, AgTech, Batteries, Drones, Robotics, Tech Bio

FFC is committed to investing in diverse and underrepresented founders.