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Adam Shepherd

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Investment Partner, Tempocap

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Tempocap
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Investment Partner
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Record updated 18 September 2026

About

Adam joined TempoCap in 2017, bringing his software investing experience and a wider macro perspective. He leads TempoCap’s efforts in the UK, and has led or managed TempoCap’s investments in Depop (sold to Etsy), Talentsoft (sold to Cegid), Streetbees, Token, Panaseer and Tessian (sold to Proofpoint), while also working on the firm’s investments in Currencycloud (sold to Visa), Onfido (sold to Entrust) and Azimo (sold to Papaya Global). Before TempoCap, Adam spent several years making direct investments in B2B software businesses at early-stage venture firm Notion Capital. Prior to joining Notion, Adam helped fintech business Currencycloud raise a series-C financing round from a group of international investors. He also worked with a number of other early-stage companies, as well as establishing a successful Mexican street food business in his spare time. Adam started his career at BP, negotiating financing and structuring M&A transactions, before working for several years as a global

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He holds a BSc honours in Politics & Philosophy from the University of Bristol.Source (opens in a new tab)

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