A Better Way to Access Deals & Allocate Capital
AI & human analysts screen deal flow to serve you the best and most relevant opportunities specific to your investment mandates. Invest direct on cap table with no management fees or carry.
Screen
AI & human analysts will screen your top-of-funnel deal flow to save you time & money.
6,800+ VCs Already on Thunder
We use AI & human ingenuity to source, vet, and recommend direct investments and venture capital funds to family offices and HNWI opted into our network. Apply to join the network, it's free.
The Thunder Network
Join the 8,000+ founders, VCs, and investors that leverage Thunder’s vetted
network to access great deal flow and investors.
LPs & Investors
Pre-vetted & curated deal flow of funds or companies direct to your inbox.
Founders
Raise your next round with Thunder and let the investors come to you.
VCs
Find your next investment or raise your next fund through Thunder.
400+ VCs Opted In
VCs leverage Thunder’s network to allocate and raise capital more efficiently.
LPs & Investors
Pre-vetted & curated deal flow of funds or companies direct to your inbox.
LPs & Investors to VCs
Investors, Family Offices, FoFs, LPs source and contact fund managers directly through Thunder.
LPs & Investors to Founders
Investors & Angels can source and contact founders directly through Thunder. Founders can only publish and update their profile to improve their matchability with investors.
How to Deploy Capital with Thunder
Save time and money by letting Thunder curate relevant deal flow
Active
Source deals & funds directly at no cost
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Thunder’s AI curates relevant deals for your review
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Custom filters to narrow your results
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Directly review pitch materials for deals
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Thunder screens and scores your deal flow
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Reach out directly to companies or funds
Passive
Access curated & vetted deals relevant to your mandates
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Thunder will send you hyper-relevant deals
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Deals are pre-screened to your investment thesis
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You’ll have the option to deny, accept, or watch deals
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Your information is kept private and confidential
How Thunder Access Works
Network effect that curates deal flow using AI and human analysts
Startups & Fund Managers Apply
Thunder sources startups and funds to apply to the network by having them provide updated financials, pitch materials, and traction data.
Deals are Reviewed
Thunder’s analysts review deals to verify they’re venture-backable companies or reputable fund managers. If they pass our fundable criteria, they’ll be added to the network.
Browse & Receive Deals
Receive monthly digests of deals that meet your criteria, or log into your account to browse. Thunder’s team may suggest a specific company or fund that has undergone a more rigorous review and has been vetted and packaged up to raise quickly.
Choose to Connect or Pass
You’re in control of which deals are worth your time to connect or to pass. You can pass on a deal with no obligation to explain why. Thunder takes care of that for you.
Invest Directly
Thunder doesn’t interfere with your investment process, and you invest directly in deals you access through Thunder with no fees. You’ll just need to verify your accreditation, KYC/AML.
Apply to Join the Network
Submit your firm’s information to be reviewed and approved by the Thunder team.
Thunder is the easiest and fastest way to access deal flow outside your existing network.
Screen Your Inbound Deal Flow
Faster More Precise with AI
Let Thunder AI Process & Score Your Deal Flow
Let Thunder AI Process & Score Your Deal Flow
Forward your cold inbound email to a designated inbox and Thunder will analyze, catalog, and rate the deal flow according to your investment strategy. You’ll be notified via email of the best deals instantly but will have access to 100% of your deals to sort, filter, & manage at your leisure.
Deals are Scored Based on Your Investment Strategy
Deals are Scored Automatically Based on Your Investment Strategy
Thunder will understand the deals you’re looking for and go beyond sector/geo/stage to identify the intangibles. This info is used by the Thunder analysts and AI to recommend the best deals for you.
Annual Reports on Your Deal Flow
Annual Reports on Your Deal Flow
Thunder will automatically process and aggregate the data around all of your deal flow in Thunder and highlight important KPIs to go into your annual reports for LPs.
Receive Curated Vetted Deal Flow
Receive Curated Vetted Deal Flow
Join The Thunder Network 2,000+ Companies, 400+ VCs, and 350+ LPs & investors leverage Thunder’s vetted network to access relevant deal flow. APPLY NOW
Pricing
It’s free to join the network. Once in the network, you can upgrade to premium or be selected for Thunder's white glove services.
- Founders
- VCs
- Investors
Get Started
Just Apply & Create a Profile
Free
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Get your benchmark score to see your ranking
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Access your list of relevant investor matches
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Get in front of investors
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Investors can contact you if interested
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Update your profile anytime to get the latest matches
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Access to exclusive community events and offers
Premium
Quarterly Commitment
$59/mo
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Everything included in the free plan
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Download a CSV of your investor matches with contact info
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Request investor intros directly on the platform
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Access more data & insights on each investor
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Access & download a list of the portco founders of the investors you matched with
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Generate an investment memo to pass along to investors
- Network Access
- White Glove Service
Get Started
Just Apply & Create a Profile
Free
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Get your benchmark score to see your ranking
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Access your list of relevant investor matches
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Get in front of investors
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Investors can contact you if interested
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Update your profile anytime to get the latest matches
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Access to exclusive community events and offers
Premium
Quarterly Commitment
$59/mo
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Everything included in the free plan
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Download a CSV of your investor matches with contact info
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Request investor intros directly on the platform
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Access more data & insights on each investor
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Access & download a list of the portco founders of the investors you matched with
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Generate an investment memo to pass along to investors
Allocate
Tailored Deal Flow
Free
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Must be an active VC currently allocating capital
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Access relevant curated deal flow
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Receive tailored emails with relevant deals
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Reach out to founders directly
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Profile & data is kept private & not shared publicly
Raise
Warm Intros to LPs
1.5%+*
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Must apply and be approved
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Receive coaching on your fund positioning to family offices
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LP meeting coordination
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Warm intros to relevant LPs
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Investor verification
- Network Access
- White Glove Service
Allocate
Tailored Deal Flow
Free
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Must be an active VC currently allocating capital
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Access relevant curated deal flow
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Receive tailored emails with relevant deals
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Reach out to founders directly
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Profile & data is kept private & not shared publicly
Raise
Warm Intros to LPs
1.5%+*
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Must apply and be approved
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Receive coaching on your fund positioning to family offices
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LP meeting coordination
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Warm intros to relevant LPs
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Investor verification
Access
Tailored Deal Flow
Free
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Must be actively investing in funds or startups
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Access relevant curated deal flow for companies or funds
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Reach directly out to founders & GPs
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Receive tailored emails with relevant deals
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Profile & data is kept private & not shared publicly
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No fees of any kind
Screening-as-a-Service
Sourcing & Screening Funds & Deals
$500+/month
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Everything included with Access
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Dedicated account manager
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Quarterly 1-on-1 account reviews
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Screen inbound deals per your mandates
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Track, rate, & log all deal flow
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First access to premium deal flow through Thunder’s network
- Network Access
- White Glove Service
Access
Tailored Deal Flow
Free
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Must be actively investing in funds or startups
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Access relevant curated deal flow for companies or funds
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Reach directly out to founders & GPs
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Receive tailored emails with relevant deals
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Profile & data is kept private & not shared publicly
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No fees of any kind
Screening-as-a-Service
Sourcing & Screening Funds & Deals
$500+/month
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Everything included with Access
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Dedicated account manager
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Quarterly 1-on-1 account reviews
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Screen inbound deals per your mandates
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Track, rate, & log all deal flow
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First access to premium deal flow through Thunder’s network
FAQs
Have a question that you don't see answered? Don't hesitate to reach out to help@thunder.vc
Who is Thunder designed for?
Thunder is designed for three key investor profiles:
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Venture Funds: VCs Thunder to access a broader range of deal flow, keep track of emerging sectors, and discover vetted, high-quality opportunities aligned with their investment strategies.
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Family Offices: Thunder acts as their due diligence and deal flow arm, providing access to direct investment opportunities without fees, making it easier to invest in direct deals.
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High Net-Worth Individuals: Thunder helps HNWIs discover innovative founders and projects that align with their interests and strategic goals.
How does Thunder work for investors?
There are no fees for investors to participate or invest directly on a company's cap table.
Investors engage with Thunder in two ways:
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Active Engagement: Upload your investment thesis and criteria to the platform. Thunder then connects you with relevant opportunities based on your preferences.
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Passive Engagement: Thunder delivers fewer, highly-tailored, and vetted deals directly to you, focusing on quality and fit.
What types of companies and deals are on Thunder?
Thunder predominantly works with B2B and B2C technology companies, spanning software and hardware. Deal stages range from pre-seed to pre-IPO. For companies that Thunder works with, transaction sizes usually range from $5M to $50M.
How does Thunder help with due diligence?
Thunder ensures that the companies presented to investors are "transaction-ready," meaning all key information is packaged and easily accessible. This approach minimizes back-and-forth and makes for a smoother investment process.
How does Thunder make money?
While all tools and services are free for investors, Thunder charges issuers (companies raising capital) a small transaction fee when a deal closes.
Is Thunder a registered broker-dealer?
Yes. Thunder operates through Jason Kirby, a registered representative with Stonehaven LLC, a FINRA-registered broker-dealer. All investment communications are conducted by licensed professionals.
Thunder X Capital, LLC offers securities through Stonehaven, LLC, a Member of FINRA/SIPC. Regulatory disclosures: Disclaimers & Risks, Privacy Policy and Form CRS.
How do I get started?
Simply create a profile, upload your investment thesis, and start browsing or receiving matched deals. Once you find an opportunity that interests you, connect directly with the founder to learn more and begin the investment conversation.
How do Thunder's algorithms work?
Thunder uses proprietary algorithms to match investors with opportunities based on their investment thesis and preferences. These algorithms prioritize quality and relevance, helping you find the right deals faster.
What sets Thunder apart from other platforms?
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No Fees for Investors: Thunder offers free access to direct investments without any hidden charges.
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Tailored Deal Flow: Thunder delivers high-quality, vetted deals that align with your unique investment preferences.
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Streamlined Due Diligence: Companies on Thunder are ready to transact, saving investors time and effort.
What kind of communication should I expect from Thunder?
You’ll receive two types of deal notifications:
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Founder Outreach: Founders that match your thesis can send targeted outreach directly to you via our platform.
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Thunder Vetted Deals: Occasionally, we’ll send thoroughly diligenced, investment-ready deals to your email. These are high-quality opportunities vetted by our team.
How We Get Deals Scored
Company Scores
Thunder’s AI calculates a dynamic company score using a logistic regression model, which is recalculated constantly as we add, update, and remove companies. This bell-curve approach reflects the reality that investors typically focus on extreme outliers—the companies most likely to be funded. However, our Match Scores ensure a balanced system, keeping unlikely matches open to level the playing field and create more opportunities for companies to connect with the right investors.
Match Scores & Quality Matches
Thunder’s AI assigns a Match Score to every potential investor-company connection, factoring in variables like stage, sector, location, revenue, product adoption, and more to identify the best fit.
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75% of companies have at least one qualified match.
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64% of companies have at least five qualified matches.
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54% of companies have 15+ qualified matches.
Investor Score
Thunder tracks investor velocity on a quarterly basis to predict the likelihood of investment activity.