Investment Philosophy
Our investment philosophy is focused on the long-term success of both our investors and investments, centered on three key components.
Founder Focused
We invest—both capital and technical assistance—in diverse, high-quality people with a demonstrated passion for solving challenging problems. We invest at the earliest stages of development to capture value and strengthen the chances of long-term success.
Market-Modern
We invest in market modern technologies—products, services, and solutions—that are highly and quickly scalable, and can modernize the way we do business across all sectors.
Sustainable
We invest in sustainability—financial, social, and environmental—that promises long-term growth for both our investors and our investments. We believe that sustainable business is good business.
Sunstone Community Fund
The Sunstone Community Fund is committed to catalyzing partnerships that create economic opportunities for startup founders and communities throughout the United States. That’s just one of the reasons why we choose to give back to the community. Our initiatives include the Sunstone CSU Startup Launch Competition, University of California Born in California, Sunstone Innovation Challenge, Stella Zhang New Venture Competition, and many more.
Read more about how Sunstone gives back
Meet our Founders
This month’s Founder Focus interviews with entrepreneurs and Sunstone community partners.
Seatrec
Sunstone sits down with Dr. Yi Chao, CEO and founder of renewable “blue tech” startup Seatrec.
Evolectric
Evolectric co-founders Jakson Alvarez and Bill Beverley turn their dream into reality with the involvement of Sunstone and the Long Beach Accelerator.
Gritty In Pink
Gritty In Pink’s Shira Yevin on communicating, connecting and providing a market for talented women.
State Treasurer Fiona Ma Meets Irvine’s John Shen, Sunstone Management Team
California State Treasurer Fiona Ma visited American Lending Center and Sunstone Management’s headquarters in Irvine, CA, on Friday to talk about creating jobs through investment and state-backed small business loans.
Healing System for Women’s Health Takes Top Prize at UCI Stella Zhang New Venture Competition
VagAligna’s promising treatment for vaginal tears earned the team the $20,000 first prize at the 2023 UCI Stella Zhang New Venture Competition.
Students Vie for $100,000 Thursday at the UCI Stella Zhang New Venture Competition
Ten UCI teams will pitch their startup concepts Thursday evening, May 25, in hopes of earning part of the $100,000 in prize money at stake in the Stella Zhang New Venture Competition.