About Tarida
Tarida is a catalyst for innovation and positive change. Founded by entrepreneurs who understand the challenges of building groundbreaking companies, we are committed to empowering visionaries who are reshaping industries and improving lives.
Our mission is to foster innovation and collaboration, creating transformative impact across Agriculture, Health, Social initiatives, and Services. We believe that by investing in these crucial areas, we can contribute to a more sustainable, healthier, and connected world.
Learn about the meaning behind our name →Our Values
Innovation
We embrace cutting-edge ideas and technologies that have the potential to revolutionize industries.
Collaboration
We believe in the power of partnerships and work closely with our portfolio companies to drive success.
Impact
We measure our success not just in financial returns, but in the positive change we create in the world.
Our Team
Clay Douglass
CEO and Chairman, Global Investment Committee
Clay is a serial entrepreneur and investor in emerging technology. Since 2014, he has focused primarily on founding and supporting companies that deliver real-world applications of artificial intelligence. Clay has been involved with dozens of not-for-profit, educational, and commercial organizations, providing vision, mentoring, and connecting teams with key people and capital. He also lectures in Bachelor and MBA programs on applied AI, Entrepreneurship, Economics and Marketing.
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Gökçe Yilmaz Matthijssen
Vice-Chair, Global Investment Committee
Gökçe is responsible for the execution of Tarida's investment strategy. Working side by side with the founders, she has contributed to numerous projects and success stories. Gökçe views each project as a new adventure, tackling unknowns and turning them into strengths. She holds a bachelor's degree in economics, along with an MBA and Advanced Diploma in International Taxation.
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Sara Stapelfeld
Executive Assistant
Sara is a connector and communicator, passionate about her role at Tarida where she focuses on supporting the team to exceed goals in emerging technology and sustainability. With experience organizing and hosting successful events worldwide since 2008, Sara plays a crucial role in Tarida's operations and team support.
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