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Bobby Pelz Jr.

Investor

Founding Partner at Trailhead Capital

Boulder, Colorado, United States

Writes $500K checks

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About

Bobby Pelz Jr., a 40+‑year grain broker who scaled McDonald Pelz across seven countries, leverages decades of relationships to connect food and ag incumbents with emerging regenerative and climate‑tech solutions.

Invests in

AgTechBiotechClimate TechFoodTechLogistics & Supply ChainRobotics

Experience

  1. McDonald Pelz Global Commodities LLCPresident, Chairman of the Boardcurrent1982 — present
  2. Trailhead CapitalFounding Partnercurrent2017 — presentBoulder, Colorado, United States
  3. Boulder Shelter for the HomelessChairman Of The Board2021 — 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Bobby Pelz Jr.?
Bobby Pelz Jr., a 40+‑year grain broker who scaled McDonald Pelz across seven countries, leverages decades of relationships to connect food and ag incumbents with emerging regenerative and climate‑tech solutions.
Where does Bobby Pelz Jr. work?
Bobby Pelz Jr. is Founding Partner at Trailhead Capital.
What does Bobby Pelz Jr. invest in?
Bobby Pelz Jr. invests in AgTech, Biotech, Climate Tech, FoodTech, Logistics & Supply Chain, Robotics.
What check size does Bobby Pelz Jr. write?
Bobby Pelz Jr. typically writes checks of $500K.
Where did Bobby Pelz Jr. go to school?
Bobby Pelz Jr. studied at Hamilton College (Bachelor's degree, Environmental Studies).

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