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James Boyd

Managing Director atFifth Down CapitalMassachusetts
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James Boyd is a Managing Director at Fifth Down Capital. He has previously worked as an entrepreneur, operator, and investor.

What James can write

Writes checks ofNot reported
Comes in atPre-seed, Seed, Series A, Series BLead preference not reported
Best routeA short note on LinkedInA warm intro from a founder they backed works better.

Career

  1. Jefferies · investment banker
  2. Fireman Capital Partners · investor
  3. Marine Layer
  4. Treasure
  5. Fifth Down Capital · Managing Director
    Now

Companies founded

Treasure

Focus

e-commercebrand marketing

Education

UNC Chapel Hill's Kenan-Flagler Business School, MBA

Also at Fifth Down Capital

Andrew Spellman
Andrew SpellmanFounder & CEO
Janki Gandhi
Janki GandhiManaging Partner
Anthony MulrainSenior Managing Director
Jerod MayoManaging Director

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Who is James Boyd?

James Boyd is a Managing Director at Fifth Down Capital. He has previously worked as an entrepreneur, operator, and investor.

How much does James Boyd invest?

Fifth Down Capital has not reported a check size. It invests at pre-seed, seed, series a, series b.

How do I pitch James Boyd?

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

What did James Boyd do before Fifth Down Capital?

investment banker at Jefferies; investor at Fireman Capital Partners; Marine Layer; Treasure.

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