NICHOLAS KRIDLER

Nicholas Kridler is an early-stage consumer technology investor at Goodwater Capital based in San Diego, California. Operating within a venture capital firm founded by Chi-Hua Chien and Eric Kim, he targets startups that leverage technology to solve everyday consumer problems. Kridler executes these strategic investments with initial check sizes typically ranging from $5 million to $50 million across various early funding stages. His recent transaction history includes co-leading a $12 million Series A investment in Mega in March 2026 and participating in the Series D funding round for Midi Health in February 2026. Through these portfolio additions, he frequently syndicates deals alongside notable institutional co-investors such as Andreessen Horowitz, Google Ventures, and Felicis. His current focus remains strictly dedicated to deploying capital into emerging consumer technology enterprises that demonstrate significant market traction and long-term scalability.