Nick Arner
Operator AngelOpen Angel, Bloomberg Beta
HCI researcher investing in AI and developer tools
Background
Nick Arner is a Bloomberg Beta Open Angel, developer, and researcher specializing in Human-Computer Interaction based in San Francisco. He angel invests in startups reimagining the way people interact with computers, with a focus on AI, machine learning, computer vision, and developer tools. His portfolio includes Chroma (AI embedding database), Roboflow (computer vision), and Galileo AI (interface design). He publishes on HCI topics and maintains a personal investing practice at nickarner.com.
Investment Thesis
Backing startups at the frontier of human-computer interaction — AI-native developer tools, computer vision, and speech interfaces that reshape how engineers and knowledge workers operate.
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Based in: San Francisco, CA (North America)