Maria Zhang
Angel investor in Palo Alto
Palo Alto, California
Maria Zhang, Angel investor in Palo Alto is an active investor based in Palo Alto, California. This profile covers what Maria Zhang backs, at which stage, and how founders can reach out in 2026.
Ms. Maria Zhang is a Co-Founder & serves as Chief Executive Officer at Palona AI. She serves as Board Member at GitStart. She serves as an Advisor at Joyance Partners. She serves as an Advisor at Wisemont Capital. She is an Angel Investor. She served as a Board Member at Arraiy. She served as a Venture Partner at IDG Capital. She served as Chief Executive Officer at Propeld. She served as Co-Chief Technology Officer at Tinder.
- Investor type
- Angel
- Stages
- Early Stage VenturePre SeedSeed
- Invests in
- Artificial IntelligenceSaaS & EnterpriseConsumer & RetailE-commerce & D2CFoodTech & AgricultureFood & Beverage
- Location
- Palo Alto, California
- Typical check
- $250K
- Past investments
- 6
Notable investments
Yahoo!GitStart
SnapUp
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What does Maria Zhang invest in?
Maria Zhang invests in Artificial Intelligence, SaaS & Enterprise, Consumer & Retail and E-commerce & D2C, typically at Early Stage Venture, Pre Seed and Seed. Match your sector and stage, then reach out with a personalized pitch.
What stage does Maria Zhang invest at?
Maria Zhang typically invests at Early Stage Venture, Pre Seed and Seed. Lead with traction that fits the stage when you reach out.
What is Maria Zhang's typical check size?
Maria Zhang typically writes checks around $250K. Use it as a signal for whether your raise fits their stage.
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