Daniel Kan

Overview

Daniel Kan is an American entrepreneur and angel investor specializing in technology and autonomous vehicles. He co-founded Cruise Automation, a developer of self-driving car technology, which was acquired by General Motors in 2016. Kan has also co-founded Exec, an on-demand personal assistant service, and has invested in various startups across sectors like pharmaceuticals, consumer health, e-commerce, and AI. He holds a B.A. from Claremont McKenna College. As an angel investor, Kan focuses on early-stage investments, particularly in technology, automotive, consumer health, e-commerce, and AI sectors. His investment range typically spans from $5,000 to $50,000, with a preference for $25,000 per investment. He has made 12 investments to date, including companies like Atla, Outset, Delian Alliance Industries, Superorder, JustPaid, Evil Genius Games, Fathom, Maker Wine, and others. Kan's investment philosophy emphasizes supporting innovative startups that aim to revolutionize their respective industries. His background in co-founding and scaling technology companies provides him with a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities faced by early-stage ventures. His active involvement in the startup ecosystem reflects his commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.