Safa Rashtchy

Safa Rashtchy is the founding Managing Partner of Think + Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm based in Palo Alto, California. With a distinguished background as a former Senior Managing Director and Head of Global Internet Research at Piper Jaffray, Rashtchy brings a deep analytical perspective to his investment activities. He is widely recognized for his early insights into four major tech giants: Google, Amazon, eBay, and PayPal, where he served as an early analyst. This extensive experience in market analysis and trendspotting underpins his approach to identifying disruptive technologies and innovative business models.

Think + Ventures primarily focuses on Seed to Series A funding rounds, targeting companies poised for significant growth and market impact. The firm's investment thesis centers on sectors such as Artificial Intelligence, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Fintech, the Future of Work, Digital Health, and Marketplaces. Think + Ventures typically deploys initial checks ranging from $250,000 to $1,000,000, reserving additional capital for follow-on investments as portfolio companies scale. This strategic deployment of capital allows them to support companies through critical early growth phases.

Beyond capital, Rashtchy and his team at Think + Ventures emphasize providing strategic guidance and leveraging their extensive network to support founders. Before co-founding Think + Ventures, Rashtchy was an active angel investor and advisor for over 15 years, cultivating a strong track record in identifying promising startups. His expertise in understanding market dynamics and technological shifts positions Think + Ventures as a valuable partner for early-stage entrepreneurs aiming to navigate complex industries and achieve sustainable success.