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Overview

Who I amCIO at a WealthTech firm, with FinTech and ComplianceTech experience
Value addIntros. Recruiting. Strategy. Fintech/WealthTech/ComplianceTech experience.
Firm typeSolo angel
Global HQ

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Thesis

Funding requirementsI invest in FinTech, WealthTech,EdTech, and InsurTech, where I can leverage my industry expertise and network. I’m also keen on SaaS and consumer internet. I’m interested in other sectors when there’s a compelling scaling opportunity. I try not to target investments where I would be dumb money, ideally having me on your cap-table will be useful.
Funding stages1. Idea or Patent2. Prototype3. Early Revenue
Check size$1k to $50k
Target countries USA UK

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