vc-finder

Identify relevant venture capitalists for a startup using Tavily API.

581|60|Updated Apr 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Varnan-Tech/opendirectory --skill vc-finder
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: vc-finder
Source: https://github.com/Varnan-Tech/opendirectory/tree/main/skills/vc-finder
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Varnan-Tech/opendirectory --skill vc-finder

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires tavily, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill solves the problem of finding venture capitalists who are relevant for a startup based on its product URL or description. It helps identify potential investors who have interest in similar industries, funding stages, and investable companies.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Product URL/Description Input: Accepts a URL or a description of the startup product.
  • Industry and Funding Stage Detection: Determines the industry and funding stage of the startup based on the input.
  • Comparable Companies Identification: Identifies comparable companies that have received funding from the same VCs.
  • VC Investment Research: Searches for VCs who have invested in similar industries and funding stages.
  • Sourced Investor List: Provides a ranked list of relevant investors with deep-dives and outreach hooks.

Quick Start

Use the vc-finder skill to find VCs for your startup: https://example.com

Frequently Asked Questions about vc-finder

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I find venture capitalists for my startup?

You can find venture capitalists by inputting your startup's product URL or description. The tool analyzes this input to determine your industry and funding stage, then searches for VCs who have invested in comparable companies.

How does investor search based on a product URL work?

The process works by analyzing your product URL or description to detect your industry and funding stage. It then identifies comparable companies and searches for VCs who have invested in similar sectors, returning a ranked investor list with outreach hooks.

Do I need a Tavily API key to use the vc-finder skill?

Yes, a Tavily API key is required. The tool depends on the Tavily API to execute Track A and Track B searches, which are essential for conducting VC research and portfolio mapping to find relevant investors.

What is the best way to research VCs interested in my industry and funding stage?

The best way is to analyze comparable companies that have already received funding. By identifying investors who funded similar companies in your industry and funding stage, this tool provides a sourced, ranked list of relevant investors with deep-dives and outreach hooks.

Can I search for relevant investors using only a product description instead of a URL?

Yes, you can search for relevant investors using only a product description. The tool accepts either a URL or a text description of your startup product to determine your industry, funding stage, and comparable funded companies.