
Dan Rose
Description
Dan Rose is a highly influential figure in the technology and venture capital landscape, known for his extensive operational background at leading tech giants and his strategic angel investments. Currently serving as the Chairman of Coatue Management, a prominent technology-focused investment firm, Rose brings a wealth of experience from his prior roles as Vice President of Partnerships at Facebook and Vice President of Business Development at Amazon. This deep operational expertise, spanning over two decades at the forefront of digital innovation, positions him as a valuable advisor and investor to early-stage companies.
As an active angel investor since February 2011, Rose has built a portfolio of high-growth technology companies, often focusing on B2B SaaS, developer tools, and productivity platforms. His investment thesis typically revolves around backing disruptive technologies and exceptional founding teams that are addressing significant market opportunities. Notable investments include early stakes in companies like Figma, a leading collaborative design platform, Notion, a popular all-in-one workspace, and Ramp, a rapidly growing corporate spend management platform. His portfolio, which includes at least 10 publicly disclosed investments, reflects a keen eye for scalable business models and product-led growth.
Rose's value proposition extends significantly beyond capital. Founders benefit from his unparalleled network within the tech industry and his strategic guidance on partnerships, business development, and scaling operations, drawing directly from his experiences at Amazon and Facebook. While specific check sizes for angel investments are often private, given his stature and the caliber of companies he backs, his typical first checks are estimated to range from $100,000 to $500,000. He is sought after by founders for his ability to provide insightful mentorship and open doors, making him a highly impactful early-stage investor in the Silicon Valley ecosystem.
Investor Profile
Dan Rose has backed more than 32 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 0 rounds, about 0% of its total and boasts 9 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, India.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, SaaS, Enterprise Software.
- Typical check size: $100K – $500K.
Stage Focus
- Seed (59%)
- Series A (16%)
- Series B (9%)
- Series C (9%)
- Angel (3%)
- Series Unknown (3%)
Country Focus
- United States (94%)
- India (6%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Saas
- Enterprise Software
- E-commerce
- Mobile
- Education
- Information Technology
- Apps
- Fintech
- Marketplace
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