Metal

Metal is an AI-driven operating system designed to assist founders in raising venture capital.

Founded in 2023 by Usman Gul and supported by Y Combinator and a16z, the company is based in Los Angeles and has a team of 21 employees. Metal provides tools for investor research, relationship intelligence, and streamlined fundraising workflows. The platform offers several key features, including Round Coach, an AI agent that provides feedback on pitch decks and fundraising strategies. It also includes tools for identifying and qualifying potential investors, leveraging a recommendation engine to match companies with suitable investors based on various criteria. Additionally, Metal enhances relationship intelligence by revealing network connections for warm introductions and supports pipeline building and workflow management throughout the fundraising process. The platform aims to simplify and accelerate the venture capital fundraising experience for founders.