MatCap
Pre-Seed–Seed · 1 people tracked
Investment thesis
Built for founders lacking elite warm-intro networks, they orchestrate warm introductions via hyper-networked operators and angels who act as active allies, using data-driven tracking to reach fund decision-makers.
Team · 1 people
from the firm's websiteMat Sherman, a builder‑GP who struggled as an outsider founder, focuses on overlooked founders outside major hubs by running incubators and sprints, sourcing via his Forward Thinking podcast and newsletter.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does MatCap invest at?
- MatCap invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What sectors does MatCap focus on?
- MatCap focuses on Consumer, Data & Infrastructure, Direct to Consumer, E-commerce, Enterprise Software, Future of Work, Marketplaces, Sector Agnostic.
- Does MatCap lead rounds?
- MatCap typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
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