At Paragon Ventures I, we believe great venture investments start with exceptional founders. Identifying the right people early, before their companies reach scale, is often what creates the foundation for long-term success.
In this exclusive two-part video interview, Tan Xin Hui, General Partner of Paragon Ventures I, sits down with Tan Teik Guan, Co-Founder and CEO of pQCee, to discuss the entrepreneurial journey behind one of our portfolio companies and the future of quantum cybersecurity. pQCee is a Singapore-based company developing post-quantum cybersecurity solutions that help organisations transition to quantum-safe encryption.
Part 1: Backing Founders Early
What gives investors the conviction to back a founder at the earliest stages?
In Part 1, Xin Hui and Teik Guan discuss the journey from idea to business, the conviction behind our early investment in pQCee, and why finding the right co-founder was instrumental in transforming an ambitious vision into a growing company.
The conversation offers a glimpse into how we evaluate emerging technologies, what we look for in founders, and how Paragon Ventures I supports entrepreneurs as they build businesses with long-term potential.
Watch Part 1 of the video interview:
Part 2: Scaling for the Next Chapter
Building a company is only the beginning. What comes next?
In Part 2, Teik Guan reflects on pQCee’s next phase of growth, from scaling the business to preparing for life in the public markets. He shares lessons learned along the entrepreneurial journey, how he balances innovation with shareholder expectations, and why investor education remains an important part of pQCee’s mission.
The discussion also explores a broader ambition: demonstrating that Singapore-grown technology can compete on the global stage while creating opportunities for more people to participate in the future of quantum cybersecurity.
As a long-term investor, we are proud to support founders like Teik Guan as they scale innovative businesses from vision to reality.
Watch Part 2 of the video interview:
About pQCee
pQCee is a portfolio company of Paragon Ventures I, the early-stage venture capital fund managed by Paragon Capital Management. The company develops post-quantum cybersecurity solutions designed to help organisations migrate to quantum-safe encryption without disrupting existing operations.
Learn more about pQCee: Visit pQCee
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