Tom Blaisdell

DCM Ventures has hands-on operational guidance in investing . The firm focuses on mobile, consumer internet, software & services through M& A and IPO transactions . The firm invests in seed, early and mid-stage start-ups in communications and internet software/services sectors.The firm co-invests with inspired entrepreneurs to build high-impact, global technology companies. Typically, the firm is the lead investor.

Fatbrain.com is the Internet's most comprehensive bookstore for professionals. Recently named the number two fastest-growing public company in Silicon Valley, Fatbrain.com offers a world-class selection of books, training materials and print-on-demand documentation for business, finance, math, science and technology experts. Their industry experience and in-depth knowledge of authors, topics and trends help customers find the best resources for their needs. Their track record stems from their days as ComputerLiteracy.com. They built a loyal following among programmers and IT professionals in their early years with a unique specialty in resources for technology experts. As more professionals outside technology took to the Internet for occupational information, they expanded their store to include materials geared to their career paths. They're proud to be in the forefront of the business-to-business e-commerce market, which is expected to exceed $1.3 trillion by 2003, according to Forrester Research. A key component of their success is their FINDitNOW program, which provides businesses with custom, intranet-based bookstores. Since the launch of the program, hundreds of industry leaders, global corporations and Fortune 1000 companies have invited us onto their intranets. This focus has grown their business so rapidly, the Business Journal Serving San Jose and the Silicon Valley named Fatbrain.com the second fastest-growing public company in the Silicon Valley.