Tom Linovitz is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Gron Ventures, a Newport Beach-based venture capital firm founded in 2018. Gron Ventures focuses on early-stage investments in food-tech, cannabis, e-commerce, consumer products, and service sectors. With an entrepreneurial background, Tom brings founders more than just capital—he offers mentorship, strategic insight, and operational support. He leads deal sourcing and portfolio strategy at the firm and is known for championing innovation with social impact. Tom Linovitz prioritizes sustainable, inclusive business models and maintains a hands-on, people-centered approach to investing. Actively involved in the startup ecosystem, he regularly speaks on panels and mentors emerging entrepreneurs, helping shape the future of tech through values-driven venture capital.