Trend Forward Capital

We invest in disruptive technologies working to change the world We help founders navigate the winding road from startup to change-maker by building long-term collaborative relationships that amplify what companies are already doing well, and help combat interference

We know there’s no clear path to startup stardom Entrepreneurs need different types of support at varying points in their journey We tailor our guidance to meet those needs, from our go-to-market expertise, cybersecurity solutions, energetic championship and access to our global resources

Bridging Technology & Talent “University just focuses on theories and academics, but at Trend Forward Academy I was presented with real-world challenges to solve ” Mohamed Amir Class of 2017 - Cairo, Egypt We don't just fund entrepreneurs We are entrepreneurs

With a foundation in psychology and years of brand marketing experience, Jonathan brings to his investments a deep curiosity to better understand customer behavior As the founding CEO of his own company, Jonathan learned that the road to entrepreneurial success requires trial-and-error He believes that a transparent, open, and collaborative partnership—where both parties can voice their ideas (no matter how seemingly ridiculous)—is the first step to figuring it all out

"I look for founders who are humble enough to know that they don’t have all the answers, yet bold enough to think they can change the world " "I firmly believe that today's business complexity requires rapid learning and open-mindedness to explore beyond just the business itself " Technology Partner New York Ayman’s background in technology, computer science, and product development from idea to launch brings expertise and support in all things technology Serving as a CTO for 20 years, including 15 years at his own company, Ayman understands the technical and business challenges that founders and product teams face daily He loves working on innovative technology solutions with passionate entrepreneurs to enrich people’s everyday life

"Startups need to be both resilient and agile They need nurturing through high energy, commitment, operational excellence, and learning from the experiences and pitfalls of others " We love startups that have:

• The grit to make the world smarter and more connected
• Passionate, energetic and collaborative founders
• The courage to make mistakes and the wisdom to ask for help Find news and updates on our Medium page