Backing the Inevitable
A focused approach to deep technology
Sabertooth is an investment firm focused on building and investing in the most enduring technology companies of our time. Every generation is defined by a small number of consequential technologies that reshape the global economy. We invest in the companies building that future.
We partner with a select number of truly exceptional companies.
Our concentrated investment strategy gives us the ability to intensely focus on the most ambitious entrepreneurs solving the world’s most critical problems. We operate quietly but decisively, typically writing checks from $5 to $50 million.
A pragmatic, relentless partner.
With founders
We commit deeply to the founders we back by providing tangible network-driven leverage across fundraising, talent, and commercial strategy.
With LPs
Our LP base consists of institutional investors and family offices globally. We provide access to exclusive co-investment opportunities and strive to be a trusted, long-term partner to those who have entrusted us with their capital.
With co-investors
We’ve invested alongside the top venture firms and asset managers in the world. We know what ‘best in class’ looks like.
Sabertooth was built on the core tenets of trust, agility, and resolve. We leverage our track record and deep industry network to help exceptional companies reach their potential.
The Age of Aquarius symbolizes a structural shift toward technological acceleration, independent thought, and systemic reinvention.
Justin founded Sabertooth in 2025 to pursue a concentrated, long-term investment strategy built for a new era in the venture asset class.
Prior to Sabertooth, Justin co-led the venture team at Playground, where he invested in and supported companies across multiple deep tech domains. He served on the boards of several portfolio companies and worked closely with founders on commercial strategy and capital formation, ultimately helping Playground’s companies raise in excess of $2.5 billion during his tenure.
Justin began his career managing equity and debt portfolios at The Coca-Cola Company before holding investment roles at several venture capital and private equity firms, including NextGen Venture Partners, TechOperators, Sidewalk Infrastructure Partners, and Advent International.
A native of Atlanta, Justin earned his undergraduate degree in Finance from the University of Georgia and received his MBA from Harvard Business School.
Built from experience.
