Jonathan Pentzien
About Jonathan Pentzien
Jonathan Pentzien is a Managing Partner at Gunderson Dettmer's Singapore office, specializing in advising global emerging growth companies on private securities offerings, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate governance. He has over 15 years of experience in cross-border transactions and has received multiple recognitions for his work in startups and venture capital.
Work at Gunderson Dettmer
Jonathan Pentzien currently serves as the Managing Partner of the Singapore office at Gunderson Dettmer, a position he has held since 2016. He has been instrumental in establishing and leading the firm's operations in Singapore. His role involves advising clients on corporate governance, public disclosure, and executive compensation matters. Previously, he worked as an Associate in the Corporate and Securities group at Gunderson Dettmer from 2014 to 2015 in New York.
Education and Expertise
Jonathan Pentzien earned his Doctor of Law (JD) with Highest Honors from Rutgers Law School, completing his studies from 2004 to 2007. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Civil Engineering, graduating cum laude from the University of Notre Dame in 2000. His expertise includes advising on private securities offerings, mergers and acquisitions, and U.S.-listed initial public offerings, particularly for global emerging growth companies across various jurisdictions.
Background
Before his legal career, Jonathan Pentzien served as a Lieutenant in the United States Navy from 2001 to 2004 in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. He began his legal career as a Judicial Law Clerk for the Honorable Chester J. Straub at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit from 2009 to 2010, and also clerked for the Honorable Joseph E. Irenas in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey.
Achievements
Jonathan Pentzien has received several recognitions for his work in the legal field. He has been named to the India Business Law Journal’s A-List since 2020 and recognized as a Band 1 Leading Individual for Startups & Emerging Companies in Singapore by Chambers Asia-Pacific since 2021. Additionally, he has been acknowledged as a Leading Individual for Start-Up and Venture Capital by The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific in 2023.
Mentorship and Community Involvement
Jonathan Pentzien is actively involved in mentoring startups and facilitating connections between entrepreneurs and investors. He serves as a mentor with Endeavor Global, focusing on fostering relationships between entrepreneurs in India and Southeast Asia and top investors in those regions. His commitment to mentorship reflects his keen interest in supporting emerging growth companies.