Tom Stafford is the co-founder and Managing Partner of DST Global, an internet-focused investment firm. See portfolio, sector focus and contact routes.
Tom Stafford is the co-founder and Managing Partner of DST Global, an internet-focused investment firm, having previously served as Executive Director at Goldman Sachs and Partner at DST Investment Management. He invests primarily in late-stage and Series A companies across technology and fintech sectors, with a global footprint that includes significant activity in Asia, Europe, and the US. His typical investment range spans $15 million to $200 million, with a sweet spot around $25 million, and he often acts as a lead investor. Notable portfolio companies he has supported include Deliveroo, Nubank, Klarna, and Farfetch, all part of DST Global’s broader fintech and internet portfolio. Stafford runs DST Global’s London office and leads its global fintech practice, reflecting a distinctive focus on financial technology as a core investment thesis. While no public writing by Stafford is cited in the available sources, his operational role underscores a hands-on, sector-specialized approach to venture investing.
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