Metal vs. Carta Equity Suite

Metal is an AI-driven operating system for founders raising venture capital. It helps founders identify the right investors for their specific company and round, reach them through the strongest warm paths, and manage the entire raise — from first outreach through post-close investor relations. Most founders waste months talking to investors who were never a fit for their stage, sector, or check size.

Carta is the ERP for private capital, connecting the entire ecosystem—from GPs and LPs to CEOs, CFOs, employees, and advisors. Trusted by 50,000 companies in 160+ countries, our platform streamlines every ownership workflow, making it easier to understand, manage, and grow equity. With cutting-edge AI and human services built to scale, Carta empowers you to build, invest, and grow with confidence. Carta’s Fund Administration platform supports 8,800+ funds and SPVs, representing more than $203B in assets under management, with tools designed to enhance the strategic impact of Fund CFOs.