Cathryn Paine

Partner atAnzu PartnersDistrict of Columbia

Cathryn Paine is a Partner at Anzu Partners focusing on human capital and talent operations. She previously held operational and recruitment roles at FrontlineSMS and Mapbox.

What Cathryn can write

Writes checks ofNot reported
Comes in atPre-seed, Seed, Series A, Series BCan lead the round
Ownership target7-10%At first check
Pitch pageSubmit on their siteThe firm asks founders to apply here.

Career

  1. FrontlineSMS
  2. Mapbox
  3. Anzu Partners · Partner
    Now

Investments named in public bios

EnchargeAIMultiMechanics

Focus

human capitalexecutive searchorganizational analysisrecruitmentHR

Education

the George Washington University, BAthe George Washington University, MA

Also at Anzu Partners

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Who is Cathryn Paine?

Cathryn Paine is a Partner at Anzu Partners focusing on human capital and talent operations. She previously held operational and recruitment roles at FrontlineSMS and Mapbox.

How much does Cathryn Paine invest?

Anzu Partners has not reported a check size. It invests at pre-seed, seed, series a, series b.

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What did Cathryn Paine do before Anzu Partners?

FrontlineSMS; Mapbox.

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