Paul Allen

Active Investor

Founder

Seattle, Washington

Paul Allen, Founder is an active investor based in Seattle, Washington. This profile covers what Paul Allen backs, at which stage, and how founders can reach out in 2026.

Paul Allen is the Co-founder of Microsoft, Vulcan Capital, and various other startups. Paul co-founded Microsoft with Bill Gates in 1976, remained the company's chief technologist until he left Microsoft in 1983, and is the founder and chairman of Vulcan Inc. and chairman of Charter Communications (a broadband communications company). In addition, Mr. Allen's multibillion dollar investment portfolio includes large stakes in DreamWorks SKG, Oxygen Media and more than two dozen other technology, media and content companies. Mr. Allen also owns the Seattle Seahawks NFL and Portland Trail Blazers NBA franchises.

Investor type: Angel
Stages: Early Stage VenturePre SeedLate Stage Venture
Invests in: SaaS & EnterpriseClimate & EnergyGovTech & Defense
Location: Seattle, Washington
Typical check: $500K
Past investments: 6

Notable investments

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What does Paul Allen invest in?

Paul Allen invests in SaaS & Enterprise, Climate & Energy and GovTech & Defense, typically at Early Stage Venture, Pre Seed and Late Stage Venture. Match your sector and stage, then reach out with a personalized pitch.