Our Team
Minh Q. Tran
Founder & Managing Partner
Minh Tran is a visionary leader and strategic thinker who has been at the forefront of innovation in venture capital. With over two decades of experience in the tech and finance sectors, Minh has played a pivotal role in developing the VC-as-a-Service model that sets Mandalore Partners apart. His deep understanding of how technology can disrupt traditional industries has been the driving force behind the fund’s success in Insurtech and its strategic expansion into IndustryTech and ImpactTech.
Minh’s career has been defined by his ability to spot emerging trends and guide startups through complex growth phases. By fostering close collaborations with entrepreneurs and leveraging a vast network of industry connections, he ensures that portfolio companies not only receive funding but also gain the strategic support and resources they need to thrive. Minh’s commitment to the 6 Ss — Strategy, Scaling, Synergy, Support, Sustainability, and Success — has been integral to Mandalore’s unique approach, making him a trusted partner for startups looking to transform their industries and create lasting impact.
Now focused on expanding Mandalore Partners’ reach, Minh is excited to bring the same level of expertise and strategic vision to the emerging sectors of IndustryTech and ImpactTech, driving forward technological innovation that matters.
Sonny Vu
IndustryTech Partner
Sonny Vu is an accomplished entrepreneur and investor with a strong focus on IndustryTech. As the founder of Misfit Wearables, which was acquired by Fossil Group for $260 million, Sonny built a company known for its innovative, design-centric approach to wearable technology. Now, as a General Partner at Mandalore Partners, he leverages his experience to support startups that drive digital transformation across traditional industries.
With strategic insight and a hands-on approach, Sonny helps companies scale by integrating cutting-edge solutions in AI, IoT, and robotics. His leadership aligns with Mandalore’s 6 Ss model, ensuring comprehensive support for sustainable growth and success. Sonny’s vision is to empower startups that are redefining the future of industry through innovation.
Sabine vanderlinden
InsurTech Partner
Sabine is a Partner at Mandalore Partners and a Co-Founder at Alchemy.
Ecosystem builder and investor with 20 years’ experience in insurance working for Lloyd’s of London and 100 financial services institutions.
Launched and grew Startupbootcamp InsurTech accelerator to become the leading Insurance accelerator in Europe. Selected over Silicon Valley options to launch the InsurTech Hub accelerator for the City of Hartford, Connecticut. Advised over 30 renowned insurance institutions across both continents on balanced investment portfolio strategies. In 2019, refocused efforts to execute six world-class Co-creation Labs with 10 insurance providers. Sourced 900 scaleups. 19 moved to commercial pilot stage. InsurTech Top 50 influencer. Co-editor and Author of The INSURTECH Book. Received three UK awards for her insurance work. Main lecturer on CASS Business School’s InsurTech Executive MBA curriculum
Dr. Florian Schreiber
InsurTech Advisor
Florian is a Lecturer in Insurance, Finance, Digital Business Models at Lucerne University of Applied Sciences, and in Risk Management at Arts and University of St. Gallen. He has a Ph.D in Management from University of St. Gallen (HSG), Switzerland. Florian’s research focuses on risk management, insurance, and finance. He is also a co-author of <The Current InsurTech Landscape: Business Models and Disruptive Potential>.
ANNA MACLEAN
Analyst
Anna holds a Master in Economic Law from Sciences Po Paris and previously obtained a Bachelor in French and German Literature from Bowdoin College (US). Following experiences in M&A with leading Paris law firms, she delved into venture capital and the evolution of startups, joining Mandalore in 2020. Today, she has developed a double specialization combining the structuring of VC operations and the operational legal of startups.
Ahmad Kanj
Analyst
Ahmad holds a Master's in Corporate Finance from ESC Clermont and dual degrees in Economics and Computer Science from the American University of Beirut. After gaining technical experience at various startups, including some he co-founded, he transitioned into Venture Capital, joining Mandalore in 2024.
miangaly Randrianomenjanahary
Research Assistant
Miangaly holds a Master's in project management and have previously worked at Isahit and administrative manager at Equity Madagascar.