Angel Investments

Sahin's investment approach is shaped by his experience as a four-time founder. Having built companies from zero to acquisition, he understands the challenges founders face at every stage — from initial product development through scaling and exit. This founder-first perspective allows him to evaluate startups not just on metrics but on the quality of the team and their ability to execute under pressure.

His portfolio is heavily weighted toward AI and machine learning companies, reflecting his conviction that artificial intelligence represents the most transformative technology shift since the internet. Investments in Anthropic, OpenAI, Scale AI, Hugging Face, and Pika demonstrate a thesis centered on the foundational infrastructure and applications of AI.

Beyond AI, Sahin invests in B2B SaaS, developer tools, consumer health, and fintech. Companies like Postman (API development), Front (customer communication), WHOOP (fitness wearables), and Eight Sleep (sleep technology) reflect his interest in products that fundamentally improve how people work, communicate, and live.

As an angel investor, Sahin typically invests at the seed and pre-seed stages, where his operational experience is most valuable to founders. He actively supports portfolio companies through introductions, strategic advice, and follow-on investments. His approach is high-volume and conviction-driven — he evaluates hundreds of opportunities annually and moves quickly when he identifies a strong fit.