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David Tarsa

Senior Associate atMarlinspike CapitalVirginia
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David Tarsa is a Senior Associate at Marlinspike Capital. He previously served as a U.S. Army Ranger and holds an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

What David can write

Writes checks ofNot reported
Comes in atNot reportedLead preference not reported
Best routeA short note on LinkedInA warm intro from a founder they backed works better.

Career

  1. U.S. Army Ranger · Ranger
  2. Marlinspike Capital · Senior Associate
    Now

Education

University of Chicago, Booth School of Business, MBAU.S. Military Academy - West Point

Also at Marlinspike Capital

Chip WalterPartner, Managing Director
Mislav TolusicCo-Managing Partner, CIO
Neil KeeganCo-Managing Partner, CEO
Nick SnoadVice President
Grace McGillSenior Associate
Jude AkpunkuSenior Associate

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Who is David Tarsa?

David Tarsa is a Senior Associate at Marlinspike Capital. He previously served as a U.S. Army Ranger and holds an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

How much does David Tarsa invest?

Marlinspike Capital has not reported a check size.

How do I pitch David Tarsa?

A warm intro from a founder Marlinspike Capital backed works best. A short LinkedIn note with one line on traction is the next best route.

What did David Tarsa do before Marlinspike Capital?

Ranger at U.S. Army Ranger.

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