High-Quality Deal Flow,
Curated for You
Step SF matches investors with vetted seed and early-stage startups through pre-curated meetings, saving you time and surfacing the most promising opportunities.
How Investor Matchmaking Works
We do the sourcing so you can focus on what matters: meeting the right founders.
Register & Set Preferences
Tell us your investment thesis, stage preferences, sectors of interest, and check size. We use this to build your match profile.
We Curate Your Schedule
Our team reviews 100+ startup applications and pre-selects the most relevant founders for your portfolio. You receive a curated meeting schedule before the event.
Meet at Step SF
Sit down for focused 1-on-1 meetings at the conference. No cold intros, no wasted time — just high-signal conversations with founders who match your criteria.
Why Investors Choose Step SF
Pre-Curated Deal Flow
Every startup is vetted and matched to your investment criteria before the conference. No noise, just signal.
Scheduled 1-on-1 Meetings
Your calendar is pre-built with back-to-back meetings with founders who fit your thesis.
Global Startup Pipeline
Access startups from 50+ countries — many raising their first institutional round in the US market.
Co-Investor Network
Meet fellow investors, share deal flow, and find co-investment opportunities in a curated environment.
Stage & Content Access
Full access to 50+ speakers across four stages covering the latest in tech, venture, and innovation.
Efficient Use of Time
One day, dozens of meetings, zero cold intros. Step SF is designed to maximize your time-to-conviction.
Investors Who Have Participated
Join a network of leading VCs, angels, and corporate venture arms who source deals at Step SF.
Ready to Find Your Next Investment?
Register now to get matched with vetted startups at Step San Francisco 2026. August 27 at The Midway.
Register as Investor
