Tom Kelly
Overview
Tom Kelly is an angel investor based in the United States, focusing on early-stage companies across various industries. He has been actively investing since 1999, with a particular emphasis on software, life sciences, and education startups. His investment portfolio includes companies such as zPREDICTA and Talivest. Tom holds an MBA in Financial Management from the MIT Sloan School of Management and a Postgraduate Certificate in Marketing from The Manchester Metropolitan University. He is also a BS in Pharmacy graduate from the University of Bradford. Tom is based in San Francisco, California. In addition to his investment activities, Tom is the founder and CEO of CharityAuctions.com, a platform that has helped nonprofits raise over $1 billion globally. He is also a TEDx speaker and has keynoted conferences worldwide. His work focuses on helping leaders and organizations make brave moves that create lasting impact. Tom's expertise includes AI and automation, LLM SEO strategy, nonprofit innovation, and personal transformation through courageous decisions. Tom's approach to investing is hands-on, offering both capital and mentorship to early-stage companies. He is dedicated to helping founders and nonprofit leaders implement AI, automation, and better systems to scale their impact and achieve their goals. His investment philosophy centers on real-world experience and practical solutions, aiming to build systems that run without the constant involvement of the founder or leader.
Investment Focus
- Early-stage companies
- Innovative solutions
- Scalable business models
- Strong leadership teams
- Clear market potential
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Tom Kelly invest in?
Tom Kelly invests in Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods, Real Estate and Media, and is based in United States. Tom Kelly is listed as a angel in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Tom Kelly invest at?
Tom Kelly backs companies at Seed and Early Stage, writing cheques of 500K - 5M.
Which regions does Tom Kelly invest in?
Tom Kelly invests across United States.
What companies has Tom Kelly invested in?
Tom Kelly's portfolio includes Talivest and zPREDICTA.
How do I contact Tom Kelly?
Tom Kelly's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of the team.
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