Monta Vista Capital

Monta Vista Capital is a venture capital firm based in Mountain View, California, specializing in early-stage investments. The firm primarily targets B2B companies, with a specific focus on seed-stage opportunities within the enterprise software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), and Artificial Intelligence (AI) sectors. Their strategic location in Silicon Valley positions them at the heart of technological innovation, allowing them to engage closely with emerging startups in these high-growth areas.

The firm's investment strategy centers on providing crucial early capital to promising ventures. Monta Vista Capital typically participates in seed rounds, demonstrating a clear preference for companies that are in their foundational stages of development. Their typical first check size ranges from $250,000 to $1,000,000, indicating a commitment to significant, yet appropriate, initial funding for nascent businesses. This range allows them to support a diverse set of early-stage companies while maintaining a focused approach.

Monta Vista Capital distinguishes itself through the profound entrepreneurial and investment experience of its founders. The firm was established by serial entrepreneurs and investors, notably including Dr. Vinod Khosla, co-founder of Sun Microsystems and the renowned Khosla Ventures, and Dr. Kanwal Rekhi, co-founder of Excelan and The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE). This rich background in building and exiting successful enterprise software companies provides Monta Vista Capital with deep industry insights and a valuable network, which they leverage to support their portfolio companies beyond just capital. Their operational experience is a key differentiator, offering strategic guidance to founders navigating the challenges of early-stage growth.