Dan Teran is the co-founder and Managing Partner of Gutter Capital. See contact routes.
Dan Teran is the co-founder and Managing Partner of Gutter Capital, a New York-based early-stage venture firm he launched in 2021 after previously co-founding and leading Managed by Q, which was acquired by WeWork in 2019. His investment thesis targets early-stage “companies of consequence” that address affordability, economic mobility, climate change, and other critical societal challenges, with a focus on founders tackling the world’s toughest problems. The firm operates in New York and emphasizes a hands-on operating model, assisting founders with hiring, organizational development, and strategic execution rather than just providing capital. While specific check sizes and lead/follow behavior are not publicly detailed, Gutter Capital is described as an early-stage firm that partners closely with mission-driven entrepreneurs. Notable portfolio companies include CURE, Forerunner, Bikky, Tetra, DEN, and Pursuit, for which Teran serves on their boards or advisory councils. Teran distinguishes his approach by combining venture capital with deep operational support, reflecting his background as an operator who backed over 100 early-stage start
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