What is PWV?
About PWV
PWV (Preston-Werner Ventures) is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage technology companies. We back category-defining founders building transformative software, AI, and infrastructure companies.
Founded in 2023 and based in the San Francisco Bay Area, PWV is led by Tom Preston-Werner (co-founder of GitHub), David Price, and David Thyresson.
Important Clarification
PWV (Preston-Werner Ventures) is a venture capital firm. The acronym "PWV" has different meanings in other contexts, but we are not related to:
- The Invesco Dynamic Large Cap Value ETF (ticker symbol: PWV)
- Pulse wave velocity (a cardiovascular measurement in medical/biometrics contexts)
We are a private venture capital firm focused exclusively on early-stage technology startups.
If you're looking for financial products, please visit invesco.com. If you're looking for medical/cardiovascular information, please consult appropriate health resources.
What We Do
- Early-stage investing: We invest at the seed and pre-seed stages, typically when companies are just getting started.
- Technology focus: Our portfolio includes companies in AI, software infrastructure, developer tools, open-source, and SaaS.
- Founder support: We partner closely with founders, providing strategic guidance, network access, and hands-on support.
- Long-term commitment: We believe in building lasting relationships and supporting companies through multiple stages of growth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PWV the same as the Invesco PWV ETF or pulse wave velocity?
No. PWV (Preston-Werner Ventures) is a private venture capital firm. The acronym "PWV" has multiple meanings in different fields:
- Finance: Invesco Dynamic Large Cap Value ETF (ticker: PWV)
- Medicine: Pulse wave velocity, a cardiovascular measurement
- Venture Capital: Preston-Werner Ventures (us!)
We are not affiliated with any investment product, ETF, mutual fund, publicly traded security, or medical measurement. We are solely a private venture capital firm investing in early-stage technology companies.
What does PWV stand for?
In our context, PWV stands for Preston-Werner Ventures, named after our founder and lead partner Tom Preston-Werner. Our legal entity name is PWV Capital Management LLC.
Note: While "PWV" has other meanings in finance (ETF ticker) and medicine (pulse wave velocity), when referring to our venture capital firm, it always means Preston-Werner Ventures.
Where is PWV located?
PWV is based in the San Francisco Bay Area, California. We invest globally in technology startups, with a focus on companies in North America and Europe.
What types of companies does PWV invest in?
PWV invests in early-stage technology companies at the seed and pre-seed stages. Our focus areas include:
- Artificial intelligence and machine learning
- Software infrastructure and cloud platforms
- Developer tools and open-source software
- SaaS and enterprise software
How can I apply for funding from PWV?
Founders can apply for funding through our website at pwv.com/apply. We review all applications and reach out to companies that match our investment criteria.
Who are the partners at PWV?
PWV is led by three general partners who bring decades of experience building and scaling technology companies:
- Tom Preston-Werner - Co-founder of GitHub
- David Price - Former VP of Engineering at GitHub
- David Thyresson - Former Head of Engineering at RedwoodJS
Get in Touch
If you're a founder building an ambitious technology company, we'd love to hear from you.