Angel Investing
Angel Investing / Equity Investments
Backing Bold Founders With Real-World Experience
Outside the courtroom, I believe deeply in contributing to the community that has supported my journey.
One cause especially close to my heart is the Pasadena Humane Society, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has been caring for and protecting animals since 1903. Their commitment to compassion and community mirrors the same values that guide my work — empathy, responsibility, and advocacy for those in need.
Investment Focus
Jonathan primarily invests in early-stage businesses positioned for high growth and scalability.
Stage:
Seed and Series A rounds — where founders are moving from concept to proven traction.
Typical Check Size:
$25,000 – $500,000 per company.
Sectors:
Retail, technology, and service-based businesses.
Geographic Focus:
Primarily U.S.-based companies, with selective global opportunities.
Founder Profile:
Operator-led teams tackling significant, underserved markets with potential for national or global scale.
Jonathan’s investment thesis centers on backing builders — founders who understand their customers, have firsthand experience in their industries, and are driven by execution as much as vision. He believes the best early-stage partnerships are those rooted in mutual respect, accountability, and shared ambition.
What Jonathan Looks For in a Company
Jonathan partners with founders who demonstrate more than just a great idea. He looks for:
Authentic Operator DNA:
Founders who have lived the problems they’re solving and bring hard-won insight to the table.
Large, Expanding Markets:
Businesses addressing fundamental needs or creating new categories in multi-billion-dollar spaces.
Evidence of Early Traction:
Proof of concept, early revenue, strong customer feedback, or scalable unit economics.
Relentless Execution:
Teams that can iterate quickly, make data-driven decisions, and keep moving even under uncertainty.
Cultural Leadership:
Founders who build teams grounded in integrity, ownership, and long-term thinking.
Jonathan often says,
“Great companies don’t just disrupt markets — they redefine expectations.”
The founders he backs share that same conviction and drive.
Beyond Capital: Operator Guidance & Strategic Partnership
Jonathan views angel investing as a partnership, not a transaction. Every investment is an opportunity to help founders build something lasting. Drawing from his experience scaling professional-service organizations to eight-figure revenue and leading high-performance teams, Jonathan offers hands-on guidance in key areas that early-stage founders often struggle with:
Authentic Operator DNA:
Building repeatable systems for growth, accountability, and cash flow discipline.
Leadership & Culture:
Coaching founders to lead effectively, hire well, and create scalable team structures.
Strategic Positioning:
Refining go-to-market strategy, competitive differentiation, and customer retention.
Capital Strategy:
Preparing for follow-on fundraising, investor communications, and board dynamics.
Jonathan’s approach is collaborative, transparent, and pragmatic. He doesn’t just write a check — he helps founders build momentum, attract talent, and avoid common early-stage pitfalls that derail growth.
Portfolio Philosophy
Jonathan’s portfolio is intentionally focused rather than broad. He prioritizes quality over quantity, investing in a limited number of companies each year to ensure meaningful engagement and ongoing support.
His investments reflect his belief that successful ventures blend innovation with execution — and that founders who understand both the art and the science of building businesses can create transformative outcomes for their teams, investors, and industries.
Get in Touch
If you’re an operator-founder building something ambitious — whether in retail, technology, or a service-driven space — and you’re looking for a strategic partner who understands both the grind and the growth curve, Jonathan would love to connect.
You can reach out with a short summary of your business, traction to date, and the next milestones you’re aiming to achieve.
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310.853.3461.
