Darin Chen
Managing Director at Hillcrest Venture Partners
Los Angeles, California
Darin Chen, Managing Director at Hillcrest Venture Partners is an active investor based in Los Angeles, California. This profile covers what Darin Chen backs, at which stage, and how founders can reach out in 2026.
- Investor type
- VCMicro VCPEOperatorInvestment Bank
- Stages
- Pre SeedSeedSeries ASeries BLate Stage Venture
- Invests in
- InsurTechHealthcare & BiotechBiotech & PharmaSaaS & EnterpriseConsumer & RetailE-commerce & D2CClimate & EnergyDeveloper Tools & Data
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Typical check
- $1M
- Past investments
- 13
Notable investments
NotionVirtulocity NetworksPhoenix Energy TechnologiesnprogressTitan PhotonicsBranded OnlineFastSoft
MomentFeedGenieDB
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Darin Chen invest in?
Darin Chen invests in InsurTech, Healthcare & Biotech, Biotech & Pharma and SaaS & Enterprise, typically at Pre Seed, Seed, Series A and Series B. Match your sector and stage, then reach out with a personalized pitch.
What stage does Darin Chen invest at?
Darin Chen typically invests at Pre Seed, Seed, Series A and Series B. Lead with traction that fits the stage when you reach out.
What is Darin Chen's typical check size?
Darin Chen typically writes checks around $1M. Use it as a signal for whether your raise fits their stage.
How do I contact Darin Chen?
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