Marc Tarpenning
Venture Partner at Spero Ventures
San Francisco, California
Marc Tarpenning, Venture Partner at Spero Ventures is an active investor based in San Francisco, California. This profile covers what Marc Tarpenning backs, at which stage, and how founders can reach out in 2026.
- Investor type
- AngelVCMicro VCPEInvestment PartnerFounder
- Stages
- Early Stage VentureSeedSeries A
- Invests in
- Robotics & AutomationMobility & LogisticsEdTechAutomotive & EV
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Typical check
- $500K
- Past investments
- 9
Notable investments
TeslaSutardja Center for Entrepreneurship and TechnologyFoothill College
clearpath roboticsDroneSeedAlta MotorsInnovate Public SchoolsSkydeck | BerkeleyThe Nueva SchoolHow to reach Marc Tarpenning
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What does Marc Tarpenning invest in?
Marc Tarpenning invests in Robotics & Automation, Mobility & Logistics, EdTech and Automotive & EV, typically at Early Stage Venture, Seed and Series A. Match your sector and stage, then reach out with a personalized pitch.
What stage does Marc Tarpenning invest at?
Marc Tarpenning typically invests at Early Stage Venture, Seed and Series A. Lead with traction that fits the stage when you reach out.
What is Marc Tarpenning's typical check size?
Marc Tarpenning typically writes checks around $500K. Use it as a signal for whether your raise fits their stage.
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