John Sobrato
Angel investor in Cupertino
Cupertino, California
John Sobrato, Angel investor in Cupertino is an active investor based in Cupertino, California. This profile covers what John Sobrato backs, at which stage, and how founders can reach out in 2026.
Mr. John Sobrato is a Co-Founder of Sobrato Family Foundation. Mr. Sobrato served as Chairman of the Sobrato Family Foundation. He is the Founder of The Sobrato Organization. He served as Chairman of The Sobrato Organization. As Founder and principal of The Sobrato Organization, He served as an Investor at Breakthrough Energy. He heads one of the most successful real estate development organizations in California. His career in real estate dates to 1957 when he began selling homes in Palo Alto while attending Santa Clara University. Building on his success in the residential marketplace he soon expanded into commercial real estate, working with his mother in the development of industrial properties nearly a decade before the name "Silicon Valley" was coined. Among his many board positions, he is a Trustee of the University of Santa Clara and Vice Chairman of the Latino College Preparatory Academy. In 1998 he was named the NSFRE's Philanthropist of the Year. He also serves as Board Chairman at Sobrato Family Foundation.
- Investor type
- Angel
- Stages
- Early Stage Venture
- Invests in
- PropTech & Real Estate
- Location
- Cupertino, California
- Typical check
- $500K
- Past investments
- 1
Notable investments
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does John Sobrato invest in?
John Sobrato invests in PropTech & Real Estate, typically at Early Stage Venture. Match your sector and stage, then reach out with a personalized pitch.
What stage does John Sobrato invest at?
John Sobrato typically invests at Early Stage Venture. Lead with traction that fits the stage when you reach out.
What is John Sobrato's typical check size?
John Sobrato typically writes checks around $500K. Use it as a signal for whether your raise fits their stage.
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