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Tom Bates net worth

Tom Bates Net Worth 2026 (Estimated) · Founder at Duffel · YC S18
est. wealth $17.0M

Quick answer

Tom Bates's estimated net worth is $17.0M (range $11.9M – $25.5M) as of 2026. Tom Bates is Founder at Duffel. Duffel valuation.

Tom Bates is Founder at Duffel (YC S18). Independent Entrepreneurial Check model estimate from public YC data.

At a glance

NameTom Bates
RoleFounder
CompanyDuffel
YC batchS18
Est. company val$300.0M
Assumed ownership5.7%
Est. paper wealth / net worth$17.0M
$11.9M – $25.5M
  • Company status: Active
  • Region: Brazil
  • Industries: Consumer, Travel, Leisure and Tourism
  • Team size: 55
  • Website: https://duffel.com/

Who is Tom Bates?

Tom Bates is a co-founder of Duffel, a company that simplifies travel booking for businesses. He was previously involved in tech startups before joining Y Combinator in 2018.

Highlights:

  • Y Combinator S18
  • Tech startups
  • Travel industry

About Duffel

Any business - from travel startups to financial enterprises - can build with Duffel. Shop flights and accommodation, purchase extras, manage bookings and more.

FAQ: Tom Bates net worth and Duffel valuation

What is Tom Bates's net worth?

Tom Bates's estimated net worth is $17.0M (range $11.9M – $25.5M) as of 2026. Tom Bates is Founder at Duffel. Entrepreneurial Check publishes an independent model-based estimate from public company and role data. Not verified net worth, and Entrepreneurial Check is not affiliated with Y Combinator or the profiled companies.

What is Duffel valuation?

Duffel's estimated valuation on Entrepreneurial Check is $300.0M. That valuation, or a disclosed round when one is public, is the source for the paper-wealth estimate. Independent model output — not a verified appraisal or official mark.

What is Tom Bates's role?

Tom Bates is Founder at Duffel, a Y Combinator-backed startup (batch S18).