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Toby Morning

Founder of Semantic Seed Studio

San Francisco, California

Overview 

Toby Morning is the Founder and Chief Product Officer at Semantic Seed Studio in San Francisco, California, with a background in enterprise software, SaaS development, and strategic initiatives. He has successfully founded and advised multiple companies, including LuvMart and Rely Capital, and has made significant investments in startups like Kiwibot and Senti Biosciences. Toby Morning has a strong track record as an angel investor, with notable investments in companies like Meraki, and is known for his expertise in community building, product operations, and new product rollout strategies.

Work Experience 

  • Founder & Chief Product Officer

    2024 - Current

    At AINative Studio, we’re building the future of software development with a developer-first, AI-native platform. Our flagship product, Cody, is an intelligent IDE powered by multi-agent orchestration, GenAI code generation, and our proprietary Quantum Neural Network (QNN) framework—enabling developers to ship tested, production-grade software faster than ever before. We’re not just automating code—we’re redefining the developer experience. From real-time AI pair programming and quantum-accelerated semantic search to fully integrated context engines and memory, we empower engineers to build, reason, and deploy with next-level speed and precision. Whether you're coding locally, in the browser, or orchestrating agents across projects, AINative Studio is the foundation for building AI-enhanced, scalable systems from day one.

  • Founder

    2021

    Angel Investor in 45+ startups, Founder of Rely Ventures, and the Rely Syndicate (500 + LPs & Growing Daily). Accredited investors join: [Rely Ventures on AngelList](https://angel.co/s/rely-ventures/Zz7dS). Rely Capital is a syndicate on AngelList. We serve as an early-stage accelerator for promising high-growth startup ventures, with a particular focus on minority-led tech startups, though not limited to them. Over the past 10+ years, we have built a robust network in the Bay Area, constantly seeking out opportunities in overlooked areas. Our objective is to leverage this network by organizing a large group of limited partners who are prominent angels and board members in Silicon Valley, granting us access to the best early-stage deals globally. We are eager to provide advisory support and potentially assist with fundraising through our syndicate. Our primary interest lies in supporting promising black and brown founders in the tech space, and we are enthusiastic about being their earliest supporters. For potential limited partners who wish to learn more, please visit our syndicate page here: [Rely Ventures on AngelList](https://angel.co/s/rely-ventures/Zz7dS).

Rely Capital is an early-stage accelerator for promising, high-growth startup ventures, particularly minority-led tech startups.

  • Strategic Advisor

    2025

    SCS powers the next generation of AI-native data center infrastructure, enabling AI developers, GPU cloud providers, and hyperscalers to deploy high-density, liquid-cooled AI clusters at scale — without the limitations of traditional cloud providers. We partner with leading data center operators, builders, and hyperscale platforms to deliver AI-optimized, high-performance environments built for the demands of modern AI/ML workloads — from LLM training and fine-tuning to low-latency inference. Our mission is to democratize access to cutting-edge AI infrastructure, helping the next wave of AI startups and AI hyperscalers compete on a level playing field — without Big Tech gatekeepers. Key focus areas: Liquid-cooled, high-density GPU clusters for H100, MI300, GH200-class chips. AI-native network fabrics (400/800 Gbps, RDMA, NVLink topologies). Bare-metal leasing, private AI clouds, and AI pod colocation. Integrated AI orchestration: Kubernetes, KubeFlow, Ray, SLURM, and NVIDIA AI Enterprise. Whether you’re building the next CoreWeave, Lambda Labs, or AI unicorn — SCS is the partner behind the scenes powering your AI future. 👉 Learn more at www.scsai.biz

  • Founder & Chief Product Officer

    2005

    I originally started the Semantic Seed program in 2005 under the non profit, Global Business Incubation.Back then we use to produce Hackathons, Startup Weekend, and Lean StartUp events. Since 2023 we have been focused on revolutionizing the startup landscape with our "Venture Studio" model that is redefining equity dynamics for aspiring entrepreneurs. By harnessing cutting-edge AI software tools crafted in-house, we've amplified development efficiency by a staggering 1000x. Our approach ensures that our founders can achieve successful exits while retaining significantly more of their company's equity. At Semantic Seed Studio, we're not just about tools; our specialized team is at the forefront of swift MVP creation and growth strategy innovation. We're committed to fostering a diverse range of projects, propelling the most promising ones to success. This proactive incubation process allows us to reallocate resources from less successful ventures, ensuring maximum efficiency and impact. With our MVPs reaching the market in an impressive span of 1-6 months, we view every outcome as an opportunity. Even ventures that don't meet expected success provide invaluable insights, continually refining our expertise and reinforcing our dedication to excellence. Join us on this transformative journey, where innovation meets opportunity, and passion powers success.

  • LP | Angel Squad Member

    2022

    Advising and Investing with the Hustle Fund http://hustlefund.vc/angelsquad

  • Founder / CTO

    2021

    LuvMart is revolutionizing the convenience store industry in California by establishing a chain of stores that cater to the needs of modern consumers. Our vision is to create an all-day, everyday destination that offers fresh, customizable food and beverage options, premium coffee, surcharge-free ATMs, and cutting-edge fuel services, with a particular emphasis on Level 3 Super Charging station deployments. At LuvMart, we are reshaping the concept of convenience by combining the best elements of neighborhood retail with innovative e-commerce technology, fostering a sense of community and exploration. Our storefronts provide a welcoming atmosphere akin to beloved neighborhood cafés, while our LuvMart App and website enable seamless 30-minute delivery and 5-minute pick-up of the finest local products, including craft beers, fine wines, chef-prepared meals, and everyday essentials. Furthermore, through the LuvMart app, customers can access our handpicked selection of exceptional foods, goods, and curated meals, available for nationwide shipping. Our unique approach encompasses an omnichannel brand that seamlessly integrates e-commerce delivery, proprietary inventory technology, and the comforting sense of community that is synonymous with neighborhood stores. By blending these elements, we are redefining convenience for the modern era, providing our customers with an unparalleled shopping experience that combines ease, quality, and the joy of discovery. Join us on our journey as we transform the convenience store landscape and create a one-of-a-kind destination that caters to the evolving needs and desires of today's consumers.

  • Investor

    2021

Humanity will be in a better position if Bitcoin is the default currency, we're building tools to make that happen.

  • Investor | Seed

    2021

  • Strategic Advisor | Angel Investor

    2022

    AI Customer Service & Relationship Management RipeMetrics has created a better solution that combines & simplifies the tools for phone, email, text, and web chat, and then automates engagement with AI to reduce the challenges of managing several platforms, at a fraction of the cost.

Customer Experience and Feedback Management Platform

  • Investor

    2021

Deep Sentinel is a home security company that produces cameras powered by deep learning that can evaluate threats on a property.

Raised $38,400,000.00 from Intel Capital, Shasta Ventures, The Syndicate.com, Slow Ventures, UP2398, LAUNCH, Meyer Global, LAUNCH and Vishal Rao.

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