Metal
Metal, formerly known as Pluto Technologies and Apollo Group, is a B2B company that offers a comprehensive suite of tools designed to streamline the fundraising process for founders.
Company History
Metal, formerly known as Pluto Technologies and Apollo Group, was established to address the founders' own challenges with raising capital. By developing an 'operating system' for fundraising, Metal simplifies the fundraising process for other founders. Over time, the company has been backed by YCombinator in its W23 batch and has raised $120M in venture financing across five rounds in a frontier market.
Products and Technology Stack
Metal offers a suite of tools designed to aid data-driven founders in their fundraising efforts. The technology stack includes VC Torch, VC Library, Round Enablers, and Newton. These tools provide capabilities such as Investor Discovery, Investor Analytics, Intro Pathways, and Fundraising CRM. Newton, an intelligent pipeline tool, guides the fundraising process, while VC Library offers a comprehensive guidebook on fundraising.
Services Offered
Metal provides advanced intelligence and insights on venture investors, enabling founders to pursue firms most likely to invest. Their platform assists in identifying optimal introduction pathways to each investor. Additionally, founders can hire specialists to manage round operations or get strategic guidance through Round Enablers. The combination of these services facilitates a more intentional and data-driven approach to fundraising.
Clientele and Reach
Metal services over 50 founders actively raising funds through its platform. Operating in a remote and partly remote setup, the company supports a global client base by providing key fundraising tools and actionable insights. Founders use Metal's platform to strategically navigate the venture investment landscape.
YCombinator Backing
Metal is part of the Y Combinator W23 batch, which provides significant credibility and support. YCombinator's backing underscores Metal's potential in the B2B investment and enterprise software space, driving their mission to streamline the fundraising process for founders worldwide.