Tom Blaisdell

Tom Blaisdell is an active investor and strategic advisor currently associated with organizations including AlignPact and Praxis Labs. He brings a track record of over 30 years of professional experience operating and investing in venture-backed companies, alongside additional tenures in the consulting and academic sectors. Throughout his extensive career, which includes his past work as a General Partner at DCM Ventures, he has focused on scaling early-stage enterprises and supporting emerging leaders. His current investment strategy specifically targets financial technology startups that develop innovative solutions for historically under-served consumer markets. Additionally, he actively mentors and supports under-represented general partners as they attempt to structure and raise their inaugural venture capital funds. Blaisdell’s primary focus remains on leveraging his three decades of operational background to guide emerging fund managers and inclusive financial technology startup platforms.