David Nagel

Active Investor

Venture Partner, Investment Committee at Fort Ventures

Sunnyvale, California

David Nagel, Venture Partner, Investment Committee at Fort Ventures is an active investor based in Sunnyvale, California. This profile covers what David Nagel backs, at which stage, and how founders can reach out in 2026.

David Nagel is a Venture Partner at Forté Ventures and former CEO of PalmSource, Inc., having led its IPO.

David Nagel invests in Hardware & Deep Tech and Artificial Intelligence, typically at Early Stage Venture and Late Stage Venture.

Investor type
VC
Stages
Early Stage VentureLate Stage Venture
Invests in
Hardware & Deep TechArtificial Intelligence
Location
Sunnyvale, California
Typical check
$3.8M

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Who is David Nagel?

David Nagel, Venture Partner, Investment Committee at Fort Ventures is an active investor based in Sunnyvale, California. David Nagel invests in Hardware & Deep Tech and Artificial Intelligence, typically at Early Stage Venture and Late Stage Venture.

What does David Nagel invest in?

David Nagel invests in Hardware & Deep Tech and Artificial Intelligence, typically at Early Stage Venture and Late Stage Venture. Match your sector and stage, then reach out with a personalized pitch.

What stage does David Nagel invest at?

David Nagel typically invests at Early Stage Venture and Late Stage Venture. Lead with traction that fits the stage when you reach out.

What is David Nagel's typical check size?

David Nagel typically writes checks around $3.8M. Use it as a signal for whether your raise fits their stage.

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