Anthos Capital Scout Program
Join Anthos Capital's Scout Program to discover emerging consumer products.
Overview
Anthos Capital is a Santa Monica-based consumer-focused venture capital fund managing over $2 billion across 5 funds. Founded by Bryan Kelly and Paul Farr, the firm targets students for its invite-only scout program, which seeks individuals who are informed about emerging consumer products and trends. Scouts commit 1-2 hours per week on a flexible schedule, gaining access to networking events, internship opportunities, and insights into the VC investment lifecycle.
Investment focus
Anthos Capital's scout program aims to identify up-and-coming consumer products, brands, and apps for investment consideration. The program seeks individuals who are naturally informed about emerging consumer trends, aligning with the firm's focus on consumer technology.
Program details
Focus on developing a strong awareness of consumer trends and products. Engage with the community and network effectively.
Who it is for
Students with strong consumer awareness and interest in emerging products and technology qualify for the program. No prior investing experience is required.
Check if you are eligible
Check your eligibility for Anthos Capital Scout ProgramAdmissions and application
The program is by invitation only, targeting students with strong consumer awareness and interest in emerging products and technology.
Benefits
Participants gain exposure to the VC investment lifecycle, access to private networking events, internship opportunities at portfolio startups, and product giveaways.
Timeline
The program is ongoing and operates on a rolling cohort basis, with 3-4 students per cohort.
What came of it
Notable portfolio companies include Honey (acquired by PayPal), Curology, and goPuff. Specific outcomes for scouts are not publicly disclosed.
How to go about it
- Read what it asks for
Who can apply, how people get in and whether it is open right now.
- Have something to show
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- Apply the way the program asks
This one invites people; you cannot apply cold. The way in is work the program can already point to, and the people its own pages name.
What it pays
The program is unpaid, but participants receive access to private networking events, internship opportunities at portfolio startups, and product giveaways.
Questions about this program
How do I apply?
The program is by invitation only, and there is no public application link available.
About Anthos Capital
Anthos Capital
Venture Capital
Investing in innovative consumer and technology companies.
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From public sources
What the sources say about Anthos Capital Scout Program
The Org's unverified Anthos listing includes a consumer venture-scout title.
Source: Anthos Capital - Venture DevelopmentA May 2021 anonymous Glassdoor game-testing intern review described that role as unpaid and temporary.
Source: Game Testing Scout at Anthos CapitalMercer's historical playtester posting mentioned a possible opportunity to become a venture scout.
Source: Post ExpiredMercer's historical gaming/playtester listing records expiry on June 19, 2026.
Source: Post ExpiredMercer's historical gaming/playtester listing records recruitment beginning June 18, 2025.
Source: Post ExpiredTufts University's inspected gaming/playtester page reported an expired posting on October 2, 2026.
Source: Anthos Capital Gaming and Tech Playtester
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