Build, operate & embrace the challenges

We’re a team of seasoned founders and operators. Always hands-on, we ideate, carve blueprints, support and grow with portfolio teams, turning bold ideas into successful companies.

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OUR CULTURE

Passionate builders & operators striving for excellence

Our company is built on a set of values that we believe in and lean-on every day. Integrity, collaboration, growth, and grit are our operating principles. We value honesty, transparency, and trust, fostering an environment where open communication and shared success thrive.

Teams are passionate, driven, and committed to continuous learning and improvement. We build for impact and we relentlessly pursue excellence.

Passion

Passion drives us. We love building great companies and bring infectious enthusiasm to everything we do. No clocks, no punch-ins. We give relentless, high-energy commitment to making each week impactful, even during the tough days.

Growth

At super{set}, growth isn’t just about numbers—it's a mindset. We value relentless learning, hard work, and self-betterment. Do you believe effort fuels merit? If you're hungry to grow and improve in every way, you're already on the right path with us.

Grit

Grit keeps us going. We push through challenges and adversity, committed to building companies with purpose and on a mission. Our daily habits define our success—persisting until we achieve greatness. Nothing less.

Collaboration

Collaboration makes us better. We support, leverage strengths, and build trust through transparency. Effective teamwork relies on open communication, empathy, and shared success. When we work together, we are stronger  and more connected.

Integrity

Integrity is everything. Keep your word, meet deadlines, communicate proactively, and own your actions. Say what you mean, mean what you say, and it's okay to admit when you don’t know. Responsibility and honesty build trust and strength together.

MEET THE TEAM

Humans of super{set}

We’re a tight-knit team of operators, founders, and technologists who believe in rolling up our sleeves, thinking long-term, and building companies that matter.

Tom Chavez
Founding General Partner

With 20+ years in data and AI-native company building, Tom has generated 17X+ returns for investors & employees.

Vivek Vaidya
Founding General Partner

Serial entrepreneur & tech leader with 25+ years building companies in AI, data, analytics, and ML.

Jeremy Klein
General Partner

Investor and operator with expertise in SaaS, AI, and building company innovators. Former legal practitioner and peace corps.

Omar Tawakol
General Partner

Founder and longtime CEO with expertise in AI, voice tech, and building innovative enterprise solutions.

Ila Sharma
Global People Architect

Strategic HR leader with startup & global experience, scaling teams, talent, and driving HR transformation.

Deirdre Mahon
VP Marketing

Strategic, full‑stack marketing leader skilled in product & sales-led growth, and GTM strategy at startups and public companies.

Jon Suarez-Davis (jsd)
Special Adviser

Leads market strategy and development, designed to accelerate portfolio companies' growth in new and expanding markets.

KC Maxwell
Chief Collaboration Officer

Supports portfolio to develop winning strategies, habits and platforms for talent, growth, innovation and collaboration.

Adrien Le Gouvello
Partner, AI Advisors

Seasoned strategist & business leader—12+ years driving AI‑powered innovation, growth & transformation for Fortune 100s and startups.

Shariq Memon
Chief of Staff

Core team @ super{set} Also, ex-BCG & Deloitte. Data & AI strategist with dual degrees in Econ & ECE from UT Austin.

Cat Thomason
Operations & Recruiter

Operations & Talent Sourcer Fueling Data & AI startups with top talent and streamlined operations.

Harsh Maheshwari
Engineering

Engineering lead creating solutions for applied search. Formerly with Optum, Autodesk & JP Morgan.

Eric Sonsino
Controller

CPA with 20+ yrs in finance leadership, scaling ops, teams & systems across startups to Fortune 500s.

Joey Amerison
Sr. Executive Assistant

Skilled in team building, management and leadership. BA in Political Science and Government.

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