Tanner M.

Tanner M.

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Studied at Brigham Young University

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About Tanner

Want to know what VCs are thinking about your resume or pitch deck? Want to practice your pitch or "story" and get real-world feedback in confidence? Want insights on the esoteric VC industry, specific firms, recruiting methodologies, diligence processes, or simply how to access VCs? I spent several years working for top Bay-Area VC funds. I've looked at thousands of pitch decks as an investor, invested in 15+ companies, and observed 60+ board meetings. I have deep insight into the recruiting process as well, having earned 5 offers from top funds and led the hiring process for multiple interns and junior investors. Whether your a founder trying to raise capital or a young professional trying to break into the space, I'm your sherpa for navigating the VC industry. Let's talk.

Why do I coach?

As a first-generation college graduate, I have leaned heavily on my own mentors and sherpas to access opportunities in venture capital. Without them, and a ton of luck, it would have been essentially impossible to know where to look, what to say, and how to win in what is a characteristically closed and nuanced industry. Let's talk. I've also learned how nuanced investors can be in their own work - how they think about early-stage investment opportunities, how they interpret founder behavior, and what leads them to lean in/out on deal. I have helped dozens of founders look around corners and currently do this full-time at my own startup. I can help save founders countless hours by answering key questions: is VC right for my company? When and how should I raise capital? How can I calibrate my pitch (and deck) to gain investor attention in a sea of startups? Let's talk.

Work Experience

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Chief of Staff

AI Startup

May 2025 - Present

Chief of Staff | Head of Strategy & Operations I lead operations relating to product strategy, finance, and capital markets

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Investor

Peterson Ventures

March 2024 - May 2025

Investments / Board Observer: Clearjet, CascadingAI, Griptape, Two Boxes, Buildcheck, Stablecore

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Associate

Crosslink Capital

February 2022 - March 2024

Investments / Board Observer: Arturo, Carketa, Darkhive AI, LearnLux, Truss Payments, UserEvidence, X-Bow Systems

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Analyst

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February 2020 - February 2022

Investments / Board Observer: LucidLink, DBeaver.io, Respond, When I Work

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Growth Equity

University Growth Fund

2019 - 2020

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Investor, Venture Capital

Album VC

April 2018 - September 2018

Education

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Brigham Young University

Bachelors of Science (B.S.), Economics

2016 - 2020

Activities and societies: Marriott School of Business Finance Society

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