First Round
The Founding BDR at First Round works as an embedded, interim go‑to‑market leader for 3–5 portfolio companies, defining ideal customer profiles, building target lists, and executing multi‑channel outbound campaigns to generate early sales conversations. The role blends high‑autonomy prospecting, messaging experimentation, and hands‑on pipeline management to help founders reach their first million in ARR.
Headquarters
San Francisco, California, United States
Company Size
11-50 employees
Founded
2004
First Round is a venture capital firm focused exclusively on partnering with founders at the earliest stages of company building. Their mission is to help entrepreneurs transform ideas into successful businesses, providing active support and resources to navigate the challenges of early-stage growth. With a strong emphasis on hands-on assistance, First Round leverages its extensive experience to guide startups toward achieving product-market fit and accelerating growth. The firm prioritizes collaboration and deep engagement, ensuring that founders have the necessary expertise and connections as they embark on their entrepreneurial journeys.
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Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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