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TCA Venture Group
Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
Irvine, California 12,483 followers
Tech Coast Angels Venture Group has invested approximately $300 million in more than 525 companies.
About us
Founded as Tech Coast Angels in 1997, Tech Coast Angels Venture Group (TCA VG) has invested approximately $300 million in more than 525 companies, attracting an additional $2.2 billion in capital. With 400+ accredited investors in TCA LA, TCA OC, TCA Inland Empire, Pasadena Angels, and MEDA Angels, TCA VG is a key seed and early-stage funding source. Members, including founders and business leaders, deliver more than capital — providing counsel, mentorship, and access to extensive networks.
- Website
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www.tcaventuregroup.com
External link for TCA Venture Group
- Industry
- Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Irvine, California
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1997
Locations
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Primary
5270 California Ave
Irvine, California 92617, US
Employees at TCA Venture Group
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Val Babajov
Serial Entrepreneur ( 4 exits without VC funding) and investor in 20 startups. Founder, President and CEO of VideoEngager
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Ray Chan
Managing Director at K5 Ventures
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David Friedman
Chairman Emeritus, TCA Venture Group | Managing Director, C-Level Partners | Sr. Consultant, SBDC | Tech Executive | co-host TCA Crossroads podcast…
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John Reese
Entrepreneur, Board Director, Advisor/Mentor, Angel Investor
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TCA Venture Group wishes you a Happy Holidays filled with joy and celebration! ❄️💌 #HappyHolidays #TCAventureGroup #CheersTo2024 #Grateful #Growth #SeasonOfSuccess #Celebrate
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𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹: 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗛𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝘁𝗲𝗿 In our latest article, we explore how the phone interview, often the first interaction with a potential hire, is a critical step in the recruiting process. This brief but important call allows you to quickly assess a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and cultural fit, saving you time and helping you focus on top talent. Make sure to read the full article to learn how to master this essential hiring tool. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/giPPFHNC #startup #founder #recruiting
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This past Monday, TCA's Orange County Chapter hosted their annual Holiday Party, bringing our incredible members together to celebrate the season with great food, meaningful connections, and well-deserved recognition for their outstanding achievements. 🎉 ✨ Thank you to everyone who joined us for this special event. We are truly grateful for our dedicated members and the hard work they put in every day to drive success and innovation. Here’s to celebrating you and all that we do! 🎄 💼 #TCAHolidayParty #Gratitude #Teamwork #Celebration #Community
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DTx Pharma’s $1B Exit: A Testament to Visionary Leadership and Strategic Investment 🎉 Congratulations to CEO Arthur Suckow, Ph.D., for steering this groundbreaking journey. It’s been an honor to support such an inspiring and innovative endeavor. 👏 A special thank you to Jeffrey Friedman , a savvy TCA Venture Group investor whose expertise and belief in DTx Pharma were instrumental in this success story. At TCA Venture Group, we are proud to connect game-changing entrepreneurs with experienced angel investors, fostering partnerships that drive extraordinary results. Let’s continue to make an impact together! #EntrepreneurshipSpotlight #DTxPharma #BiotechInnovation #Leadership #RNARevolution #MedicalBreakthroughs #InnovationInAction #TakeAction
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🎉 Excited to announce Lee Gordon as the new Board Chair of Pasadena Angels, a member of the TCA Venture Group network! Lee brings exceptional legal and business acumen to our organization, with distinguished credentials from Harvard University Law School and UCLA Anderson School of Management. His extensive experience in securities, consumer fraud, employment, and intellectual property law has proven invaluable to clients navigating complex legal challenges. Beyond his legal expertise, Lee's passion for innovation and entrepreneurship shines through his active involvement in the startup ecosystem. His strategic investments and commitment to fostering growth align perfectly with Pasadena Angels' mission and TCA Venture Group's vision of empowering groundbreaking startups. Join us in welcoming Lee as he leads Pasadena Angels into its next chapter of empowering breakthrough innovations! #VentureCapital #Innovation #StartupInvestor #PasadenaAngels #TCAVentureGroup
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Great panel with incredible insights! Thanks again for sharing your thoughts!
𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗜𝘀 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲🎙 In this episode of VC Unfiltered, Leonard Lanzi of The Preccelerator Program interviews Petra Griffith of Wedbush Ventures, Andrew Darcovich of Alpha Edison, and Brandon Maier of LvlUp Ventures. The panel discusses the current state of venture capital, emphasizing the challenges of fundraising in today's environment. They explore the benefits of bootstrapping, the importance of defining the problem a startup is solving, and the evolving landscape of investment strategies. 🚨Check the comments for a link to the episode🚨 We are also available to listen on all major platforms (VC Unfiltered) #venturecapital #gaming #startups #podcast
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This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for the innovative minds, driven founders, and passionate teams shaping the future. At TCA, we remain committed to funding and partnering with those bringing world-changing ideas to life. Here's to collaboration, growth, and success—today and always. 🦃🍁 #HappyThanksgiving #StartupEcosystem #AngelInvesting
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We are delighted to announce Ken Borkan as our incoming TCA Los Angeles President. Ken is an early-stage venture investor and advisor, and he also manages the TCA LA’s annual fund and serves on its Executive Board and Board of Governors. Previously, he led the firm. As a member of the Phoenix Suns’ Analytics Advisory Board, Ken collaborated with the Partnership Strategy & Operations group on business and basketball analytics. He has also worked with the National Basketball Association and the Women’s National Basketball Association. Before joining the Suns, Ken was a senior analyst for Capital One. Originally from Miami, Ken holds a degree from Olin Business School at Washington University in St. Louis and earned his MBA as a Venture Fellow at UCLA’s Anderson School of Management.