John Phelan
Managing Partner and Co-Founder at MSD Capital, L.P.
New York City, New York
John Phelan, Managing Partner and Co-Founder at MSD Capital, L.P. is an active investor based in New York City, New York. This profile covers what John Phelan backs, at which stage, and how founders can reach out in 2026.
- Investor type
- Family Office
- Stages
- Seed
- Invests in
- FintechCybersecurityHealthcare & BiotechArtificial IntelligenceMedia & Content
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Typical check
- $250K
- Past investments
- 33
Notable investments
AcornsAllegis CorporationCorero Network SecurityCadence NetworkWaypoint Leasing ServicesI-many
Bandspeed
Finch Therapeutics
SparkCognitionInternet BrandsRxCentric
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What does John Phelan invest in?
John Phelan invests in Fintech, Cybersecurity, Healthcare & Biotech and Artificial Intelligence, typically at Seed. Match your sector and stage, then reach out with a personalized pitch.
What stage does John Phelan invest at?
John Phelan typically invests at Seed. Lead with traction that fits the stage when you reach out.
What is John Phelan's typical check size?
John Phelan typically writes checks around $250K. Use it as a signal for whether your raise fits their stage.
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