Tugboat Ventures
Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
Palo Alto, United States
Countries of investment
- USA
Investment stages
- Pre-Seed
- Seed
Industries
- Fintech
- AI
- Health Tech
- Blockchain
- Web3
About
Tugboat Ventures is dedicated to purpose-driven entrepreneurs who build and scale profitable, enduring businesses. They support Evergreen entrepreneurs and aim to help high-potential individuals realize their dreams through investment banking services.
Tugboat Ventures is dedicated to purpose-driven entrepreneurs who build and scale profitable, enduring businesses. They support Evergreen entrepreneurs and aim to help high-potential individuals realize their dreams through investment banking services.
Investment Thesis
Tugboat Ventures is dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs who are passionate and inspired to build businesses that improve the world. The firm has expanded its scope to include Evergreen entrepreneurs who are purposedriven leaders capable of building and scaling profitable, private businesses that endure for generations.
Manager's Experience
With extensive experience in venture capital, the fund manager has actively engaged in over 60 deals, primarily targeting the technology and healthcare sectors across North America and Europe. Their strategic style emphasizes a data-driven approach, allowing for informed decision-making at every investment stage. Notably, they have achieved successful exits with several portfolio companies, underscoring their expertise in identifying high-growth opportunities. The manager's operator-first philosophy fosters strong partnerships, enabling companies to thrive in competitive markets.
Team
David Whorton
Dave Whorton
Julia Day
Jennifer Gambrioli
Daniel Benetz
Christopher Alden