David Brillembourg Jr.

David Brillembourg Jr. is a prominent venture capital investor with a strong focus on the interactive entertainment industry, including video gaming, streaming, social, and technology. He is the founder and General Partner of Dune Ventures, an early-stage firm that has raised $100 million and invested $50 million in 21 companies since its inception in 2020. His investment philosophy emphasizes high conviction in founders and building long-term relationships. forbes+5

Brillembourg began his career in venture capital at a young age, dropping out of NYU Stern School of Business at 18 to join Galaxy Digital as its fifth employee. He played a key role in establishing Galaxy Interactive, a $325 million gaming-focused venture fund, where he helped deploy over $100 million in capital. This early experience provided a strong foundation for launching his own firm, Dune Ventures. forbes+3

He leverages his personal experience and passion for gaming, stating, 'I grew up playing games. I understand games. I still play games all day long.' This deep understanding of the gaming landscape is a significant advantage in connecting with and identifying promising young founders in the sector, as highlighted by his inclusion in Forbes' 2023 30 Under 30 - Venture Capital list. forbes

Brillembourg actively participates in the venture ecosystem, as evidenced by his Twitter activity where he shares insights on investment theses, comments on industry developments, and highlights portfolio companies. He has invested in companies like absurd:joy, Core Loop Games, Medal.tv, Mutate, Voldex, and RamenVR. nitter+2