SignalFire

Talent and data are chronically underused in early-stage startups, and SignalFire built its model around fixing exactly that. It's a San Francisco-based VC that backs seed and Series A companies across tech, including selective crypto and Web3 bets, using a proprietary data platform to source deals before they hit the radar. The fund is known for hands-on recruiting support, which sets its operational thesis apart from pure capital providers.