Our approach
From vision to venture
Philo backs and builds with founders from −1 to 1, pre-idea to seed investment, with specialized residencies, expertise, resources, and capital.
Builders backing builders
Philo helps founders go from −1 to 1: from the first spark of an idea to first revenue. We've built companies ourselves; now we bring the capital, craft, and crew to build yours.
−1 → 0
A community for the work before the work
Connect Program
A room full of founders and builders who've done this before and are back for more. You're not just sharing a space. You're trading ideas, sharpening your thinking, and learning from people who've been where you're headed.
−1 → 0
Two funded months to find what's worth building
Explore Program
Customer development, prototypes, and honest feedback, with funding to let you focus. You leave with real evidence, ready to build.
0 → 1
Everything you need to accelerate from 0 to 1
Build Program
A full team from week one — design, engineering, go-to-market, legal, and more — plus $450K in operating capital to use as needed. Built to accelerate your path from idea to revenue.
−1 → 1
First money in
Philo's first-check capital. Whether you're in one of our residencies or building independently, we move at your speed.
Build with Philo
Your move.
Whether you're exploring an idea, testing an early version, or ready to ship, start here.