Founder Application
Pitch us your vision
We invest in exceptional founders building transformative companies in AI, infrastructure, data, cloud, security, and agentic systems. From Seed to Growth, we're here to help you scale.
What We Look For
Exceptional Founders
Technical depth, domain expertise, and the grit to build something meaningful.
Large Markets
Problems worth solving at scale: markets with room to build category-defining companies.
Technical Moats
Differentiated technology, proprietary data, or unique technical approaches.
Clear Vision
A compelling narrative about where the market is going and why you will win.
Our Process
Submit Application
Fill out the form below with details about you and your company.
Initial Review
Our team reviews every application. We'll respond within 2 weeks.
Intro Call
If there's a fit, we'll schedule a 30-minute call to learn more.
Deep Dive
Technical review, reference calls, and partnership discussion.
Decision
We aim to make decisions quickly, usually within 2-3 weeks of meeting.
Founder Application
Tell us about yourself and your company. All fields marked with * are required.
Prefer email? Send your deck to pitch@zitrocapital.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What stages do you invest in?
We invest from Seed to Growth, typically writing initial checks of $500K-$5M with capacity to follow on in later rounds.
What sectors do you focus on?
AI & Machine Learning, Infrastructure, Data, Cloud, Security, and Agentic Systems. We're most excited about companies at the intersection of multiple areas.
Do you lead rounds?
Yes, we can lead or co-lead rounds at Seed and Series A. For later stages, we typically participate alongside other investors.
How long does your process take?
From initial meeting to term sheet, we typically move in 2-3 weeks. We respect founders' time and aim to be decisive.
Do you require a warm intro?
No. We review every application that comes through our website. While warm intros can help, they're not required.