Paul Allen Overview
- Investor Type
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Angel
- Status
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Active
- Investments
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6
- Portfolio
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1
- Exits
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4
Paul Allen General Information
Description
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.
Business Details
Website
paulallen.comYear Founded
Investor Status
Primary Investor Type
Paul Allen Investments (6)
| Company Name | Deal Date | Deal Type | Deal Size | Industry | Company Stage | Lead Partner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lendio | 18-Feb-2011 | Early Stage VC | Specialized Finance | Profitable | ||
| Kiha Software | 28-Oct-2010 | Communication Software | Out of Business | |||
| Kiha Software | 17-Feb-2008 | Communication Software | Out of Business | |||
| TAE | 13-Dec-2002 | Alternative Energy Equipment | Generating Revenue | |||
| PixieFlip | Early Stage VC | Other Services (B2C Non-Financial) | Out of Business | |||
| RutanRC | Angel (individual) | Aerospace and Defense | Out of Business |
Paul Allen Exits (4)
| Company Name | Exit Date | Exit Type | Exit Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lendio | 01-Jul-2024 | Secondary Transaction - Private | |
| RutanRC | 01-Dec-2016 | ||
| PixieFlip | 01-Mar-2014 | Out of Business | |
| Kiha Software | 01-Jun-2011 | Out of Business |
Paul Allen Investments by Industry, Year, and Region
Investments by Industry
Investments by Year
Investments by Region
Paul Allen FAQs
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Who is Paul Allen?
Paul Allen is an angel Investor who has made 6 investments.
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What kind of investor is Paul Allen?
Paul Allen is an angel investor.
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What does Paul Allen do?
As an angel investor, Paul Allen invests personal money into promising companies, typically in exchange for equity.
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What has Paul Allen invested in?
Paul Allen has made numerous investments in companies like Lendio, Kiha Software, and TAE within the Specialized Finance, Communication Software, and Alternative Energy Equipment industries.
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What has Paul Allen invested in recently?
Paul Allen's latest investment was on 18-Feb-2011 in Lendio, a company within the Specialized Finance industry.
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