Jason Shuman

Partner, Vertical AI

Thesis

Founder-built Vertical AI and hardware networks will capture signals humans cannot see and convert them into autonomous systems with durable data moats. Legacy software is dead. I back systems focused on hardware autonomy, collaboration, and growth agents that rewrite how industries operate.

About

Jason spent the last 10 years building and operating companies across consumer and B2B before becoming an investor. That hands-on experience shapes his founder-first approach, and he's drawn to builders who see opportunities others miss in complex, traditional industries. Jason gets energized by rolling up his sleeves alongside founders, whether that's debating product strategy, closing key hires, or working through the messy realities of building something from scratch. He hosts Change Order, a podcast with 41K+ listeners on the tactics behind breakout companies, and was previously named to Forbes 30 Under 30.

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AI Takeoffs for the Trades

Founders

Michael Ding

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Invested
2023
Stage
Series A

AI Takeoffs for the Trades

A revenue driving AI platform transforming construction takeoffs and estimating, using computer vision to turn blueprints into accurate bids up to 10x faster.

Founded
2023
HQ
San Francisco, CA
Investor
Jason Shuman
Invested
2023
Founders

Michael Ding

Stage
Series A
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Vertical AI

Crafting outdoor-rooted communities through thoughtful land acquisition and development

Founders

Bryan Dunn
Albert Nichols

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Invested
2022
Stage
Series A

Crafting outdoor-rooted communities through thoughtful land acquisition and development

Land development for the modern era, transforming irreplaceable natural landscapes into thriving, nature-centric communities inspired by the outdoors.

Founded
2022
HQ
New York, NY
Investor
Jason Shuman
Invested
2022
Founders

Bryan Dunn
Albert Nichols

Stage
Series A
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Vertical AI

The vertically integrated operating system for dentists

Founders

Daniel Hanover
Toni Oloko

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Invested
2019
Stage
Series C

The vertically integrated operating system for dentists

The all-in-one digital operating system for modern dentists, integrating intraoral scanning and automated lab work to digitize the $200B dental industry.

Founded
2018
HQ
New York, NY
Investor
Jason Shuman
Ben Sun
Invested
2019
Founders

Daniel Hanover
Toni Oloko

Stage
Series C
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Vertical AI

The loan origination system built for integration and customization

Founders

Andres Klaric
Marc Escapa

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Invested
2021
Stage
Series B

The loan origination system built for integration and customization

The future of digital lending: helping financial institutions increase cash flow and customer growth with comprehensive, automated loan software.

Founded
2020
HQ
New York, NY
Investor
Jason Shuman
Emily Man
Invested
2021
Founders

Andres Klaric
Marc Escapa

Stage
Series B
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Fintech & Enterprise AI

AI construction intelligence for owners

Founders

Dareen Salama
Amir Tasbihi

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Invested
2023
Stage
Seed

AI construction intelligence for owners

An AI-powered platform for capital owners in construction, standardizing and analyzing project data across siloed systems for total visibility.

Founded
2019
HQ
New York, NY
Investor
Jason Shuman
Invested
2023
Founders

Dareen Salama
Amir Tasbihi

Stage
Seed
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Vertical AI

Human bioactive proteins for better health

Founders

Laura Katz

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Invested
2020
Stage
Series B

Human bioactive proteins for better health

Pioneering human bioactive proteins to revolutionize adult and infant nutrition, delivering the benefits of human milk more affordably and efficaciously for all.

Founded
2019
HQ
New York, NY
Investor
Jason Shuman
Invested
2020
Founders

Laura Katz

Stage
Series B
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Vertical AI

The AI operating system for pre-construction

Founders

Paul Zeckser
Ben Waters
Dan Becker

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Invested
2024
Stage
Seed

The AI operating system for pre-construction

AI-driven software that detects design errors in large-scale building projects, catching coordination issues and helping developers avoid 70% of change orders

Founded
2024
HQ
Denver, CO
Investor
Jason Shuman
Invested
2024
Founders

Paul Zeckser
Ben Waters
Dan Becker

Stage
Seed
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Vertical AI

Banking designed for freelancers

Founders

Lilac Bar David
Liran Zelka

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Invested
2020
Stage
Series B

Banking designed for freelancers

Freelancers bring in $1.2 trillion+ in annual earnings. They deserve tailored banking to track expenses, navigate taxes, get financial insights, and save time and money.

Founded
2018
HQ
New York, NY
Investor
Jason Shuman
Invested
2020
Founders

Lilac Bar David
Liran Zelka

Stage
Series B
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Vertical AI

AI-powered operating system for learning difference evaluations

Founders

Stefan Bauer
Emily Yudofsky

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Invested
2021
Stage
Series B

The loan origination system built for integration and customization

The loan origination system built for integration and customization

Founded
2021
HQ
New York, NY
Investor
Jason Shuman
Invested
2021
Founders

Stefan Bauer
Emily Yudofsky

Stage
Series B
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Vertical AI

Solving public safety cases across jurisidctions using AI

Founders

Matt White
Akihiko Izu

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Invested
2025
Stage
Pre-Seed

Solving public safety cases across jurisidctions using AI

AI-powered bulletin board, case investigations and communication platform for America police officers

Founded
2025
HQ
Boston, MA
Investor
Jason Shuman
Invested
2025
Founders

Matt White
Akihiko Izu

Stage
Pre-Seed
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Vertical AI

AI procurement engine for the trades

Founders

Dave Widger
Darion Miller

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Invested
2023
Stage
Seed

AI procurement engine for the trades

AI-powered inventory and purchasing software built specifically for the trades, reducing friction in material procurement and increasing field productivity.

Founded
2021
HQ
New York, NY
Investor
Jason Shuman
Zach Fredericks
Invested
2023
Founders

Dave Widger
Darion Miller

Stage
Seed
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Vertical AI

The AI-powered concierge for home renovations

Founders

Liz Young

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Invested
2020
Stage
Series A

The AI-powered concierge for home renovations

An AI-powered concierge for home renovations that matches owners with vetted contractors while providing pros the digital tools they need to scale their business.

Founded
2019
HQ
Los Angeles, CA
Investor
Jason Shuman
Invested
2020
Founders

Liz Young

Stage
Series A
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Vertical AI

A clear path to confident retirement

Founders

Tyler End
Ian Yamey

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Invested
2021
Stage
Series A

A clear path to confident retirement

A one-stop shop for retirement: helping older households manage assets, optimize social security, and enjoy a worry-free financial future.

Founded
2019
HQ
New York, NY
Investor
Jason Shuman
Invested
2021
Founders

Tyler End
Ian Yamey

Stage
Series A
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Vertical AI

AI Growth Agent for Home Services

Founders
Invested
2024
Stage
Pre-Seed

AI Growth Agent for Home Services

The AI-powered customer service and sales platform for home service businesses, turning every call and lead into a booked job automatically.

Founded
2024
HQ
New York, NY
Investor
Jason Shuman
Invested
2024
Founders

Stealth

Stage
Pre-Seed
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Vertical AI

Founder Testimonial

Jason gets in the trenches, he talks to our customers, investors, and industry experts to build his own perspective. That effort pays off when we're closing candidates, debating strategy, or navigating hard decisions. He was there for our a-ha moment. Most importantly, he's a good human, which matters most.

Toni Oloko
Co-Founder

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Adam Piasecki

Senior Associate, Vertical AI
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Adam focuses on Vertical AI, Physical AI, and Robotics. Prior to joining Primary, Adam was an investor at Battery Ventures where he focused on vertical software and defense technology. After becoming interested in startups and tech while studying at Johns Hopkins University, he began his career at Morgan Stanley in Menlo Park working with tech companies like Google and Canva.Outside of work, Adam is usually cooking, watching movies or NFL football, reading, traveling, or making a Spotify playlist. He is a proud New Jersey native.

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