At a Glance
DCVC (Data Collective) is a deep tech venture capital firm founded in 2011 by Matt Ocko and other partners who previously worked together at Relay Ventures. Based in San Francisco, DCVC focuses on companies that apply advanced computation, AI, and data science to transform large traditional industries like agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare, and space. The firm manages over $2 billion in assets and typically invests in seed through Series B rounds. DCVC is known for its technical due diligence capabilities and hands-on approach to helping portfolio companies scale complex technologies. Notable investments include Planet Labs (satellite imagery), NotCo (plant-based foods), Farmers Business Network (agricultural data), and Recursion Pharmaceuticals (AI drug discovery). The firm's partners combine deep technical expertise with operational experience in scaling technology companies.
“Backs founders applying computational approaches to transform trillion-dollar industries.”
DCVC (Data Collective) primarily invests at the Seed, Series A, Series B+ stages. This means they focus on companies that are building their initial product and finding product-market fit.
DCVC (Data Collective) is headquartered in San Francisco, CA. Many of their portfolio companies are also based in this region, though they invest across geographies.
DCVC (Data Collective) focuses on investments in Deeptech, AI, Climate, Agriculture. Their portfolio reflects deep expertise and networks within these sectors.
DCVC (Data Collective)'s typical investment check size ranges from $500K to $50M. Actual amounts may vary based on the stage, sector, and specific opportunity.
DCVC (Data Collective) manages approximately $3B+ in assets under management (AUM) across their funds.