TiE: A non-profit fostering entrepreneurship through mentoring, networking, and funding, with a significant market impact.
Founded
1992
Location
Santa Clara, CA, US
TiE is a global non-profit organization dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship through mentoring, networking, education, funding, and incubation. The organization focuses on early-stage investments, typically participating in pre-seed and seed rounds, as well as providing non-equity assistance to startups across various sectors and geographies.
Notable portfolio companies include Insight Optics and ServeScape. TiE's network comprises chapters in multiple countries, with charter members and angel investors contributing to its global impact. The organization offers unique value through its TiE Global Angels program, which connects entrepreneurs with experienced mentors and investors. TiE's annual Global Entrepreneurship Awards recognize key contributors to the startup ecosystem.