make in la

Make in LA is a venture capital firm and early-stage accelerator based in the Los Angeles area, specializing in hardware, hard tech, and deep tech startups. Their mission is to support founders by providing pre-seed funding, a comprehensive four-month accelerator program, and access to a state-of-the-art prototyping lab with over $2 million in equipment. Founded in 2014, the firm aims to nurture the hardware ecosystem in Southern California by helping early-stage companies navigate the unique challenges of product development, manufacturing, and fundraising through hands-on guidance and a network of mentors and partners.