TLDR:
- Zal Bilimoria left Andreessen Horowitz to start Refactor Capital, where he is now one of the top seed investors.
- As a solo partner, Bilimoria focuses on providing a “lifeline” for founders by leveraging his experience as both an operator and investor in tech.
Zal Bilimoria, founder of Refactor Capital, has established himself as a prominent seed investor, ranking 75th on Business Insider’s Seed 100 list. With a background in tech, including stints at Microsoft, Alphabet, Netflix, and LinkedIn, Bilimoria built his first computer with his father at a young age, setting the stage for his passion for building and scaling tech companies.
Now 42, Bilimoria runs Refactor Capital as its sole partner, focusing on investments in climate and biotech. Being a solo investor allows him to be a “lifeline” for the founders he backs, offering them valuable guidance and support without the distractions of managing a large team. His goal is to streamline the investment process, aiming to go from hearing a founder’s pitch to signing a term sheet in just a week.
Refactor Capital’s portfolio includes successful investments in unicorn companies like Solugen and Astranis, showcasing Bilimoria’s eye for promising startups. His emphasis on biotech and climate tech reflects his forward-looking approach to investing, seeking founders who can create innovative solutions with strong market appeal.
