Tom Pai
Angel investor in Menlo Park
Menlo Park, California
Tom Pai, Angel investor in Menlo Park is an active investor based in Menlo Park, California. This profile covers what Tom Pai backs, at which stage, and how founders can reach out in 2026.
Mr. Tom Pai serves as Chief Financial Officer at Post-Industrial Institute. Mr. Pai has over 25 years of financial and operations experience in technology, media, and consumer products companies ranging in size from start-up to Fortune 100 global enterprises. He helped raise over $150M in venture financing, and played a key role in successful exits totaling $500M. In addition to his work with Institute, He is the CEO and Founder of Sage Development Company, a Boutique Real Estate Development and Investment company focusing on redevelopment in the San Francisco Bay Area. Prior to Founding Sage, Tom was also a Founder and Managing Partner of Sunstone Group, a management consulting practice that specialized in helping early-stage and high-growth companies build the essential foundations for success. Prior to founding Sunstone Group, He was a partner with Ravix Group, a leading startup consulting firm in Silicon Valley. He was previously the CFO and COO for several venture backed companies in technology, media, and consumer products. He co-founded DART Partners, an investment firm specializing in underperforming mid-sized companies, and was with Bank of America's venture capital and private equity group. He has an M.B.A. from Carnegie Mellon University and a degree in Computer Engineering from University of California, Santa Barbara.
- Investor type
- AngelPE
- Stages
- Early Stage VentureSeed
- Invests in
- PropTech & Real EstateMarketplaceMedia & Content
- Location
- Menlo Park, California
- Typical check
- $375K
- Past investments
- 3
Notable investments
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Tom Pai invest in?
Tom Pai invests in PropTech & Real Estate, Marketplace and Media & Content, typically at Early Stage Venture and Seed. Match your sector and stage, then reach out with a personalized pitch.
What stage does Tom Pai invest at?
Tom Pai typically invests at Early Stage Venture and Seed. Lead with traction that fits the stage when you reach out.
What is Tom Pai's typical check size?
Tom Pai typically writes checks around $375K. Use it as a signal for whether your raise fits their stage.
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