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Steli Efti

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Venture Partner at Pioneer · Founder at Close

New York, New York

Writes $200K – $300K checks · typically $250K

FoundedClose · YC

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Steli Efti?
Venture Partner at Pioneer
Where does Steli Efti work?
Steli Efti is Founder of Close and Venture Partner at Pioneer.
What check size does Steli Efti write?
Steli Efti typically writes checks of $200K – $300K.
What companies did Steli Efti found?
Steli Efti founded Close.

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