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Amanda Robson is a Principal at Cowboy Ventures, a seed-stage venture capital firm. She is an investor focused on early-stage technology companies, particularly in SaaS, fintech, and the future of work.
Amanda Robson invests in early-stage technology companies across various sectors. Her primary focus areas include B2B SaaS (Software as a Service), fintech, the future of work, and developer tools.
Amanda Robson works as a Principal at Cowboy Ventures, a leading seed-stage venture capital firm.
Amanda Robson is the Founder and Managing Partner of Modern Technical Fund, a seed-stage venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California. Prior to launching her own firm in April 2025, she spent five years at Cowboy Ventures, becoming the firm's youngest-ever partner while leading software infrastructure investments. Her earlier career includes three and a half years as an enterprise software investor at Norwest Venture Partners and an investment banking analyst role at William Blair. Robson closed her debut fund at $22 million and previously wrote the first check into Drata, a compliance software startup that reached a $2 billion valuation. She also founded Modern Angels, an investment community with over 400 members, and co-hosts the Open Source Startup Podcast. Her current focus centers on backing technical founders building early-stage infrastructure, cybersecurity, and applied AI companies.
Amanda Robson serves as a Principal at Cowboy Ventures, a highly respected seed-stage venture capital firm known for backing exceptional founders building transformational companies. In her role, Amanda is instrumental in sourcing, evaluating, and supporting investments across a range of high-growth sectors. Her primary investment focus areas include B2B SaaS (Software as a Service), fintech, the future of work, and developer tools. She is particularly keen on companies demonstrating strong product market fit and early commercial traction, seeking to partner with entrepreneurs who are building solutions that address significant market needs and have the potential for substantial impact.
Before joining Cowboy Ventures, Amanda honed her investment acumen at Insight Partners, a prominent growth equity firm. There, she focused on later-stage investments in software and data companies, gaining valuable experience in scaling businesses and understanding the dynamics of mature markets. This background provides her with a unique perspective on the entire company lifecycle, from initial seed funding to later-stage growth. Prior to her tenure at Insight Partners, Amanda began her career in investment banking at Goldman Sachs, where she developed a strong foundation in financial analysis and strategic advisory. Her diverse professional journey, spanning investment banking, growth equity, and now seed-stage venture capital, equips her with a comprehensive understanding of business development and financial strategy.
Amanda's academic background further complements her professional expertise. She earned her Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Stanford Graduate School of Business, a program renowned for fostering entrepreneurial talent and innovative thinking. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) from Yale University. At Cowboy Ventures, Amanda is deeply involved in supporting the firm's portfolio companies, leveraging her experience to provide strategic guidance and operational insights to founders. While specific lead investments for a Principal are often part of a broader team effort, her contributions are vital in identifying and nurturing the next generation of successful startups within the Cowboy Ventures ecosystem. Her commitment to empowering founders and her sharp analytical skills make her a valuable asset to both the firm and the entrepreneurial community.
