Algorithmia
Algorithmia’s AI Layer manages the machine learning lifecycle and automates the deployment of machine learning models at scale.
Tim is focused on investing in B2B software companies in the Pacific Northwest. He currently is particularly interested in the areas of B2B intelligent applications and SaaS, cloud native software, ML and data analytics, and security. He is a board member or board observer of numerous Madrona portfolio companies.
In addition to his work at Madrona, Tim is a member of the Investment Committee for the Alliance of Angels Seed Fund I, and also is on the boards of the Washington Technology Industry Alliance and the Technology Alliance. Tim also serves on the Investment Committee for Global Partnerships’ Social Venture Fund.
Prior to joining Madrona in 2006, Tim was a key member of Microsoft’s Corporate Development group, where he shared responsibilities for sourcing, structuring, and negotiating Microsoft’s acquisitions, strategic investments and joint ventures. While at Microsoft, Tim focused on enterprise software, security, and mobile and closed 14 transactions for over $850 million. Notable transactions included Microsoft’s acquisitions of Softricity, FrontBridge Technologies, ProClarity, Whale Communications, and Giant Company Software. Earlier in his career, Tim worked nearly five years for broadband satellite start-up Teledesic, spending his last year there while also working for Craig McCaw’s Eagle River Investments.
Outside of work, Tim enjoys spending time with his wife and two children. He is a sports junkie and enjoys watching and playing basketball, despite having lost the step he never had.
Tim received his bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from MIT and an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business.
“I really believe that no other venture firm will roll up their sleeves and work harder than Madrona to help make your company successful.”