Data Community Fund

DCF1 Ventures, also known as the Data Community Fund, is a venture capital firm founded by Pete Soderling. It focuses on early-stage investments in data-driven B2B startups. With a dedicated emphasis on data technologies, DCF1 Ventures invests in areas like machine learning, AI, data infrastructure, and analytics. Notable investments include companies such as Superconductive, the team behind the Great Expectations data testing project, Grid, and Era Software. The fund leverages its extensive Data Council community, which includes over 120,000 data professionals globally, to provide more than just capital. They offer deep technical support, company-building assistance, and help with go-to-market strategies and fundraising​​. DCF1 Ventures typically invests an average of $11 million per round, making around five investments per year. Their focus on open-source projects and technical founders with substantial industry expertise sets them apart in the venture capital landscape.