StartEngine
StartEngine is the largest equity crowdfunding platform in the United States, founded in 2014 by Howard Marks and Ron Miller. The company aims to democratize access to private markets, allowing everyday individuals and accredited investors to invest in startups, early-growth companies, and alternative assets. With over 2.1 million investors and more than $1.5 billion committed to the platform, StartEngine connects entrepreneurs seeking capital with a diverse community of investors. The platform offers a comprehensive suite of services for companies and investors. For companies, it provides re
Investing activity
StartEngine appears in 1 AI deal tracked by the Lounge deals desk. The rounds are mostly Seed, with a median round size of $1M. The most recent is Manna Coffee (Seed, $1.25M, Aug 2026).
StartEngine most often invests alongside Aleksandr Deriglazov, CoinFlip and Netevia, and the companies it backs on Lounge are mostly in AI.
Deals
Frequently asked questions about StartEngine
What AI companies has StartEngine invested in?
StartEngine's AI investments include Manna Coffee. The 1 round on Lounge are listed on this page with amounts, dates and co-investors.
Where is StartEngine based?
StartEngine is based in West Hollywood, California, United States.
What stage does StartEngine invest at?
In the rounds tracked on Lounge, StartEngine has invested at Seed, with a median round of $1M.
Who does StartEngine co-invest with?
StartEngine's most frequent co-investors on Lounge are Aleksandr Deriglazov (1 deal), CoinFlip (1 deal) and Netevia (1 deal).
How can founders reach StartEngine?
Founders on Lounge can see StartEngine's contact details in AI Investor Contacts (paid plans), check for a warm introduction through members who worked with the firm under Warm Paths, and add StartEngine to their Investor Pipeline to track the conversation.