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Overview

GOAT Capital operates an invite-only venture capital scout program focused on early-stage technology startups. Founded in 2020 by Justin Kan and Robin Chan, the program seeks high-potential individuals interested in venture investing and deal sourcing. Scouts are expected to identify promising founders and technology trends, leveraging their networks within startup ecosystems. The firm emphasizes a founder-led approach, valuing instinct and potential over traditional metrics.

Investment focus

GOAT Capital's investment thesis focuses on investing in exceptional founder teams that are building transformative technology. The firm combines deep startup experience with venture investing expertise, aiming to identify early-stage technology companies and emerging founders.

Program details

Designed for Scouts, Investors. Participation is generally unknown.

Who it is for

High-potential individuals interested in venture investing and deal sourcing.

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Admissions and application

The program is invite-only. Interested individuals should build a track record of identifying promising founders, develop strong networks within startup ecosystems, and demonstrate an understanding of technology trends and founder potential. Connecting with the GOAT Capital team through industry channels is recommended.

How to go about it

  1. Read what it asks for

    Who can apply, how people get in and whether it is open right now.

  2. Have something to show

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  3. 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

Compensation terms have not been verified; Superscout lists compensation as unknown.

Questions about this program

How could someone apply to the scout program?

A May 2022 directory described intake as invitation-only. Goat Capital's homepage has a general inquiry contact, but it is not verified as a scout application route.

What compensation does the program offer?

Compensation terms have not been verified; Superscout lists them as unknown.

About Goat Capital

Goat Capital

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Hybrid incubator and venture capital fund.

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