Modern Technical Fund (MTF) is a venture capital firm founded in 2025 by Amanda Robson, known as "Robby." Based in San Francisco, MTF is a solo GP fund with a clear mission: to back technical founders building infrastructure, data, and security companies. Robson's approach is hands-on and founder-centric, emphasizing speed, technical depth, and a strong network to support early-stage startups.
MTF targets early-stage investments in the U.S. and Israel, focusing on sectors such as data infrastructure, developer tools, and cybersecurity. The fund is particularly interested in technical founders who are building foundational technologies and have the potential to create significant impact in their respective industries.
In April 2025, MTF announced the close of its inaugural fund at $22 million, slightly exceeding its initial target. The fund aims to invest in 20 to 25 startups over the next three years, with initial check sizes ranging from $500,000 to $1 million. Robson's fundraising journey was notable for its intensity; she engaged with over 200 potential LPs and secured commitments by demonstrating early traction and a compelling investment thesis. Anchor LP Chris Douvos highlighted Robson's conviction and readiness to act in a challenging fundraising environment.
Leadership
Amanda Robson serves as the sole General Partner of MTF. Her background includes roles at Norwest Venture Partners and Cowboy Ventures, where she developed a reputation for her technical acumen and founder-first approach. Robson also co-hosts the Open Source Startup Podcast and founded Modern Angels, a community of over 400 female and non-binary angel investors.
Investment Strategy
MTF's strategy revolves around high-conviction investments in technical founders at the pre-seed and seed stages. Robson leverages her extensive network to provide immediate value to portfolio companies, often making introductions to potential customers and advisors before other investors have engaged. The fund's approach is characterized by speed, technical insight, and a commitment to supporting founders through the early stages of company building.
Notable Investments
MTF has made seven investments to date, including FinTe, which develops infrastructure software for finance and engineering teams, and RunReveal, a data security startup. These investments reflect the fund's focus on technical founders addressing complex infrastructure and security challenges.
