Aloft VC

Aloft VC, led by Crystal McKellar, invests in early-stage technology companies addressing critical challenges in healthcare, national security, and fintech. Some standout portfolio companies include Vannevar Labs (national security tech), Angle Health (AI-enabled healthcare), and Cooler Heads (FDA-approved cancer care devices). The firm has a sharp focus on national security and defense tech, leveraging Crystal’s deep connections from her work with Peter Thiel and Palantir. Aloft typically participates in early-stage rounds and often leads investments, as seen with Cooler Heads. The average check size is flexible depending on the round, but the firm actively builds its pipeline through founder referrals and strategic partnerships in Silicon Valley’s defense and healthcare circles. Startups that align with Aloft’s mission to solve high-impact, systemic problems in its focus sectors are encouraged to approach them with well-developed technology solutions and clear market differentiation. McKellar’s experience spans law and venture capital, with notable prior investments in companies like Palantir and Siren Care. Based in San Francisco, Aloft VC maintains a tight-knit network of experts in tech and defense, offering founders more than just capital—strategic insights and meaningful introductions to fuel growth.