Schema Ventures is a solo GP venture capital firm founded in 2025 by Aarthi Ramamurthy, a seasoned technologist and entrepreneur with leadership experience at Microsoft, Netflix, and Meta. Headquartered in the United States, Schema Ventures is dedicated to backing early-stage startups led by "exceptional outsiders"—founders building from lived experience rather than traditional pedigree or proximity. The firm emphasizes investing at the earliest stages, often before a pitch deck is created, focusing on conviction and technical insight.
Schema Ventures targets early-stage investments in sectors such as industrial software, robotics, and intelligence for factories, construction and logistics, workflow intelligence, and developer tools.
The firm seeks to support founders who are developing infrastructure and collaborative software solutions, emphasizing technical depth and real-world problem-solving.
In May 2025, Schema Ventures announced the launch of its inaugural fund with $20 million in committed capital. The fund is backed by a notable group of limited partners, including Marc Andreessen, Garry Tan, Elad Gil, Charlie Songhurst, Gokul Rajaram, Leo Polovets, Lachy Groom, and Y Combinator’s fund-of-funds. Schema Ventures aims to provide early-stage funding to founders who may lack traditional credentials but possess strong conviction and technical insight.
The firm has already made investments in companies such as Cosmic Robotics, Confido Health, and Powerhouse, reflecting its focus on infrastructure and developer tools.
Leadership
Schema Ventures is led by Aarthi Ramamurthy, who serves as the sole General Partner. Ramamurthy's background includes product leadership roles at major tech companies and entrepreneurial experience as the founder of Lumoid, a Y Combinator-backed startup. She is also known for co-hosting "The Aarthi and Sriram Show," a podcast featuring conversations with prominent figures in technology and business.
Investment Strategy
Schema Ventures distinguishes itself by actively seeking out and supporting founders who are often overlooked by traditional venture capital firms. The firm emphasizes backing individuals who are building from personal experience and technical expertise, rather than relying on established networks or educational backgrounds. This approach aligns with founder Aarthi Ramamurthy's own journey as an "outsider" in the tech industry.
Notable Investments
Schema Ventures has invested in a range of early-stage companies that align with its focus on infrastructure and developer tools. Notable investments include Cosmic Robotics, which develops robotics solutions for solar panel maintenance; Confido Health, a startup streamlining back-office healthcare operations; and Powerhouse, a company creating workflow management software for law firms.
