Why Anywhere?

Anywhere Ventures was cofounded by Tristan Bel and JC Jung in New York City in January 2025. Capitalizing on their experience at URBAN-X, and their background as founders, incubator operators, infrastructure developers and strategic coaches, they are building the next generation programs across the United States, Europe, and Japan.

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Tristan Bel

Tristan is an ecosystem builder focused on scaling solutions that matter. He has spent the last 14 years helping early-stage startups grow through sharp strategy, founder-first coaching, and the design of high-impact innovation programs. He is known for spotting ambitious founders early and helping them navigate the hard stuff with clarity and care.

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JC Jung

JC is a repeat entrepreneur, advisor and investor dedicated to creating value while having an impact in relation to climate change and society. When advising founders, he always comes back to the basics of the Why, the What and the How. JC is an avid traveler and world citizen – he has lived in 6 countries and on 3 continents.

Managing Partner