TIA stands for “Thought Into Action” and is the philosophy we live by. Founded in 2014, TIA Ventures is an evolution of the Thought into Action Entrepreneurship Incubator (2009) and our passion for accelerating exceptional entrepreneurs. We are customer-obsessed, relentless about creating winning teams, operators and builders, long-term partners, consistent, and proven.

General Partner

Operator and lifelong entrepreneur, largely in the consumer research and services arena. Founded and sold 3 companies, co-founded Thought into Action Entrepreneurship Institute, and member of Colgate Board of Trustees.

Venture Partner

Background in revenue, operations, and strategy at companies that include Google and Blend. Understanding of customer behavior has led to multiple successful software launches across industries, from hospitality to finance.

General Partner

Former Morgan Stanley investment banker, co-founder and Director of Thought into Action Entrepreneurship Institute at Colgate University. Founder of online education startup and entrenched member of NYC startup ecosystem.

Venture Partner

Product & growth-oriented entrepreneur, operator and investor with 15+ years of experience building technology businesses including a successful technology product exit and a global IT services firm. Founder of dev firm ScrumLaunch.

Investor & Communication

Former Mckinsey & Co. strategy consultant. Passionate about authentic organic brand development and community building. Prolific content creator and YouTuber. Graduate of Cornell University Dyson School of Business.

Investor & Portfolio

Founder of Fanful, a B2B fan engagement and data solutions platform for sports teams. Associate at Duke Capital Partners. Energized by early-stage product design, development, and strategy. Duke University graduate.

Venture Partner

Entrepreneur, executive and investor with 20+ years of experience. Innovator, builder of disruptive businesses, and creator of sustainable growth with multiple successful company exits as executive and/or investor.