Steve Fu

Steve Fu

Partner atCelesta CapitalCalifornia

Steve Fu emphasizes understanding end applications and intellectual honesty for founders. He supports companies at the intersection of deep technology and product strategy, tailoring advice to their experience level.

What Steve can write

Writes checks of$3M to $30M
Comes in atSeries A, Series BCan lead the round
Ownership target10-12%, > 12%At first check
Email the firm[email protected]The firm's own inbox for founders.

Celesta Capital writes $3M to $30M checks, larger than 93% of firms in the atlas.

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Career

  1. Cisco
  2. Maxim Integrated Products
  3. VMware
  4. Fairchild Semiconductors · chief strategy officer
  5. Celesta · Partner
    Now

Focus

deep technologyproduct business strategiesAI/MLConsumer ElectronicsData InfrastructureEnterprise Solutions

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Questions

Who is Steve Fu?

Steve Fu emphasizes understanding end applications and intellectual honesty for founders. He supports companies at the intersection of deep technology and product strategy, tailoring advice to their experience level.

How much does Steve Fu invest?

Steve Fu invests through Celesta Capital, which writes checks of $3M to $30M at series a, series b.

How do I pitch Steve Fu?

Email [email protected], the firm's inbox for founders, and name Steve in the subject. A warm intro from a founder Celesta Capital backed works better.

What did Steve Fu do before Celesta Capital?

Cisco; Maxim Integrated Products; VMware; chief strategy officer at Fairchild Semiconductors.

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