How do I find angel investors in Oakland?

AngelBacked's database includes 117+ verified angel investors and VCs in Oakland. You can search by investment stage (pre-seed, seed, Series A+), industry focus, and check size. Each profile includes verified contact information, investment thesis, and portfolio companies.

What industries do Oakland investors typically fund?

Investors in Oakland are active across many sectors including SaaS, fintech, healthcare, AI/ML, e-commerce, and consumer products. You can filter our database by industry to find investors who specifically focus on your sector. Many Oakland-based investors prefer to fund startups in their local ecosystem.

How many active investors are in Oakland?

Our database currently tracks 117 angel investors and venture capitalists in Oakland. This includes individual angels, VC partners, family offices, and corporate venture arms. We update our database monthly with new investors and verified contact information.

Do I need to be located in Oakland to get funded by local investors?

Not necessarily. While some Oakland investors prefer local startups for easier access and board meetings, many are open to remote investments, especially post-2020. Our database shows each investor's geographic preferences so you can target those open to your location.

What is the typical check size for Oakland investors?

Check sizes vary widely among Oakland investors. Angel investors typically write $25K-$100K checks, while VCs range from $500K to $5M+ for early-stage rounds. You can filter our database by check size to find investors that match your fundraising target.

How do I cold email investors in Oakland?

We provide verified email addresses for Oakland investors in our database. For effective cold outreach: personalize your message, reference their relevant portfolio investments, keep it under 150 words, and include your traction metrics. Our export feature lets you build targeted lists for your outreach campaigns.

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117 Angel Investors & VCs in Oakland (August 2026)

Updated August 2026

There are 117 angel investors and VCs in Oakland in the AngelBacked database, ranked below by portfolio size. The most active include Jodie Ha, Stacey Childress and Cameron White. Each profile lists portfolio companies, sector focus, and contact details.

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Jodie Ha

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117 Angel Investors & VCs in Oakland (August 2026)

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Jodie Ha

Stacey Childress

Cameron White

Frances Messano

Daryl Peagler

Brad Webb

Paul Straub

Gary Dillabough

Jim Pettit

Alisa (Williams) Carmichael

Brian Watson

Lloyd Lawrence

Ami Naik (she, her)

Saied Amiry

Wes Selke

Rick Bigelow

Rick Moss

Hugh Olliphant

Corey Ford

Emily Kirsch

Mike Berlin

Christiaan Vorkink

Sam Mansen

Jason Gardner

Alex Bernstein

Poojitha Preena

Tim Sanchez

Jason Culbertson

Kirby Harris

Rob Rokoff

Naveen Jain

Ethan Perlstein

John Kodumal

Sarah Franklin

Kesha Cash

Dr. Freada Kapor Klein

Eric K.

Igor F.

Jon R Wilson

Gary Beasley

Brooks Jordan

Neeraj Berry

Joe Jimenez

Emily Kramer

Carl-Christoph Reckers

Louis Willacy

Kyle Killion

Shereef Bishay

Jesse Pollak

Jon Natty Natkins

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find angel investors in Oakland?

What industries do Oakland investors typically fund?

How many active investors are in Oakland?

Do I need to be located in Oakland to get funded by local investors?

What is the typical check size for Oakland investors?

How do I cold email investors in Oakland?

117 Angel Investors & VCs in Oakland (August 2026)

Explore by Industry

Jodie Ha

Stacey Childress

Cameron White

Frances Messano

Daryl Peagler

Brad Webb

Paul Straub

Gary Dillabough

Jim Pettit

Alisa (Williams) Carmichael

Brian Watson

Lloyd Lawrence

Ami Naik (she, her)

Saied Amiry

Wes Selke

Rick Bigelow

Rick Moss

Hugh Olliphant