Meet our Team

TULIN TOKATLI, CFA

CEO

As a former LP from European Investment Fund, Tülin has evaluated investment opportunities across growth equity and venture capital funds. This included conducting due diligence, performing quantitative and qualitative analysis, preparing and presenting memos for the Board, monitoring investment portfolios, representing EIF at fund advisory boards and support related internal and external reporting due to various mandates and unfortunately rejecting several fund proposals.

At Pitch Me First, Tülin helps emerging or established fund managers on above related topics but most importantly providing support on their pitch and increase the chances of fundraising.

She also occasionally gives lectures in universities, with University of Luxembourg. Luxembourg School of Buiness and IESEG School of Management in Paris being her most recent appearances.

MELIH SIMON HERMAN

Community Partner

With over 15 years in the startup ecosystem, Melih Simon Herman has a proven track record of fundraising for Series A-level startups. His experience spans founding two successful ventures in gaming and B2B SaaS, as well as exiting his family business in healthcare. Today, he specializes in raising funds for Series A companies, particularly in healthtech, cybersecurity, and fintech, with a strong focus on B2B SaaS models. Additionally, Melih is an LP in seven different funds, leveraging his deep sector knowledge and hands-on experience to support growth in the companies he backs.

MAURICE HANNON

Legal Advisor

Seasoned lawyer with 25 years of experience in wealth management, investment banking and asset management providing consultancy services and independent directorships.

Providing family offices and Institutional clients with a comprehensive range of services and advice to realize and maintain their investment solutions.