James Hicks

Managing Director atScienceCalifornia

James Hicks is a Managing Director at Science. He is a former investment banker with experience working with startups and growth sector businesses.

What James can write

Writes checks ofNot reported
Comes in atPre-seed, Seed, Series ACan lead the round
Ownership target7-10%At first check
Best routeA warm introAsk a founder in their portfolio.

Focus

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Who is James Hicks?

James Hicks is a Managing Director at Science. He is a former investment banker with experience working with startups and growth sector businesses.

How much does James Hicks invest?

Science has not reported a check size. It invests at pre-seed, seed, series a.

How do I pitch James Hicks?

A warm intro from a founder Science backed works best.

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