Tyler Dean

Investor and entrepreneur with over 40 investments in technology

Tyler Dean is a prominent figure in the venture capital and startup ecosystem, currently serving as a Co-Founder and Company Builder at Popular Change since March 2021. He is also a Partner at Sage Collective, where he focuses on investments from pre-seed to pre-IPO stages, emphasizing a human and data-centric approach.1 2

Dean has an extensive background in entrepreneurship and investment, having co-founded several companies, including CornerUp, a B2B eCommerce fintech marketplace aimed at empowering independent food retailers. He also co-founded Aikito, a financing platform for commercial real estate, and Confluence.VC, a community for venture capitalists.1 2 His investment experience spans roles at RSL Investments and GreatPoint Ventures, where he was involved in numerous early and growth-stage investments across various sectors.1 2

Academically, Tyler holds a Bachelor's Degree in Financial Economics and Data Science from Claremont McKenna College and has studied International Business at the Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina, achieving fluency in Spanish.1 He is also known for his commitment to mentoring and supporting underrepresented groups in venture capital through initiatives like HBCUvc.1 2

Highlights

Apr 23 · blog.hbcu.vc

HBCUvc's 31 Under 31: The Future of Venture Capital

Experience

Partner at Sage Collective

Venture Capital Investor at GreatPoint Ventures, Venture Capital and Growth Equity Investor at Point72, Founding Student Partner at Contrary

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Financial Economics & Data Science from Claremont McKenna College; International Business & Spanish Fluency at Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina 'Santa María de los Buenos Aires'