Vincent C. Smith, Toba Capital

Vincent C. Smith, known professionally as Vinny Smith, is the founder of Toba Capital. See sector focus and contact routes.

About Vincent C. Smith

Vincent C. Smith, known professionally as Vinny Smith, is the founder of Toba Capital, an Orange County-based venture firm he launched in 2012 after selling Quest Software to Dell for $2.4 billion and gaining roughly $800 million in proceeds. His investment thesis targets early-stage business applications and Internet infrastructure companies, with a focus on Seed and Series A rounds in sectors including SaaS, IT infrastructure, and climate tech. While specific check sizes are not publicly detailed, Toba manages $1.3 billion in assets and has made over 120 investments, often acting as a lead investor given Smith’s sole ownership of the firm. Notable portfolio companies include Alteryx, which became a billion-dollar outcome after its 2017 IPO, as well as Nikola, Small Door Veterinary, and ProvenDB. Smith distinguishes his approach by asserting that a VC firm comprised solely of senior software executives is uniquely positioned to identify and enable promising companies. He also maintains a distinctive philanthropic point of view, pledging 50% of Toba Capital’s profits to charitable causes.

Vincent C. Smith at a glance

Role
Founder
Organization
Toba Capital
Location
San Francisco, CA
Investor type
Venture Capital
Focus areas
Software

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Vincent C. Smith is based in San Francisco, CA.

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