Wilbur Labs

Wilbur Labs

Identifies problems, builds and funds startups

Overview

Wilbur Labs identifies big customer pain points and builds companies from the ground up in San Francisco. After validating ideas in a lab, it places industry-leading executives with domain expertise to run the company, while the studio provides funding, resources, and operational support to keep the team focused on solving real problems. It differentiates itself by combining company-building with ongoing investment through a venture arm and by offering hands-on governance and a continuous stream of new ventures. Its goal is to turn bold ideas into market-leading companies that address real needs and create value through building, funding, and investing in new ventures.

About Wilbur Labs

Simplify's Rating
Why Wilbur Labs is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Consulting

Venture Capital

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$120K

Headquarters

Miami, Florida

Founded

2016

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What believers are saying

  • Joblist's 2026 acquisition by BOLD validates Wilbur Labs' company-building model.
  • Barkbus joining forces with Groombuggy shows portfolio consolidation and continued asset monetization.
  • The 2026 Failure Report gives Wilbur Labs fresh founder data for tighter venture selection.

What critics are saying

  • Wilbur Labs depends on a few breakout exits; another weak cohort damages returns quickly.
  • The 2026 Failure Report highlights AI disruption, a direct threat to studio-built software bets.
  • If exits stall after Joblist's 2026 sale, founder recruiting weakens fast.

What makes Wilbur Labs unique

  • Wilbur Labs owns startup creation end-to-end, not just capital, since 2016.
  • Barkbus and Joblist exits prove the studio can build sellable companies.
  • Kieran Campbell became Managing Director in 2025, reinforcing operating depth and continuity.

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Funding

Total Funding

$120k

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

0 Rounds

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Gym Membership

Professional Development Budget

Company News

Fast Company
Jul 20th, 2023
How Wilbur Labs builds for long-term durability

Companies built at Wilbur Labs get to tap into a team of experts, and the learnings compounded over the last seven years—something the team calls “studio knowledge.”

Crunchbase
May 11th, 2023
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