James Tan is a Partner and Director of Early Stage Investments at Transpose Platform, with over 18 years of experience in startups and enterprise. He began at Palantir Technologies in 2006 and has led development at several startups.

What James can write

Writes checks ofNot reported
Comes in atPre-seedCan lead the round
Best routeA short note on LinkedInA warm intro from a founder they backed works better.

Career

  1. Palantir Technologies · software intern
    2006
  2. Phillips Volcano
  3. UC Davis Medical Center
  4. Baha’i World Centre
  5. Plympton
  6. Earbits
  7. Bodyport
  8. AICrete
  9. Transpose Platform Management · Partner
    Now

Focus

early-stage startupssoftware platformsapplicationsearly-stage high-growth startups

Education

UC Davis, BS in Biomedical Engineering

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Who is James Tan?

James Tan is a Partner and Director of Early Stage Investments at Transpose Platform, with over 18 years of experience in startups and enterprise. He began at Palantir Technologies in 2006 and has led development at several startups.

How much does James Tan invest?

Transpose Platform Management has not reported a check size. It invests at pre-seed.

How do I pitch James Tan?

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

What did James Tan do before Transpose Platform Management?

software intern at Palantir Technologies; Phillips Volcano; UC Davis Medical Center; Baha’i World Centre; Plympton; Earbits; Bodyport; AICrete.

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