Taz Patel

Overview

Taz Patel is an angel investor and entrepreneur based in San Francisco, California. He co-founded Captiv8, an influencer marketplace and SaaS platform, and has been involved in various startups, including Republic Project and Showyou App. He has also held sales leadership roles at Interclick and BlueLithium, both of which were acquired by Yahoo!. As an angel investor, Patel focuses on early-stage investments, particularly in sectors such as technology, healthcare, real estate, financial services, consumer goods, media and entertainment, energy, education, transportation, agriculture, telecommunications, hospitality, retail, manufacturing, construction, and utilities. His investment range typically spans from $100,000 to $250,000. Patel's investment philosophy centers on supporting bold, tech-driven innovation across a diverse array of industries. He seeks to back companies that demonstrate strong growth potential and align with his expertise in sales, marketing, and SaaS/marketplace businesses. His track record includes investments in companies like Ampleforth, Burrow, and Marigold Health, reflecting his commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. Patel's extensive experience in sales and marketing, combined with his entrepreneurial background, enables him to provide valuable mentorship and strategic guidance to the startups he invests in. His approach emphasizes scalability, market fit, and the ability to adapt to evolving market dynamics, aiming to drive long-term success for his portfolio companies.

Investment Focus

• Strong growth potential
• Alignment with investor's expertise
• Scalability
• Market fit
• Adaptability to market dynamics

Portfolio Companies