Venture Partner (Based in the EU)

Cristian is a dynamic and seasoned serial entrepreneur with a track record of successfully exiting high-growth startups. Most notably, he led his second venture (€200 million valuation) to a spectacular exit, selling his shares over to NASPERS.

Cristian has held pivotal roles such as Founder, CEO, CMO, and COO, demonstrating his versatile leadership skills across various aspects of business management. His extensive experience spans across: Business Strategy, Product Launch, Business Coaching, Marketing Strategy, Pitch Design, Business Scaling, Business Scaling, Operational Excellence, P&L Management

His proactive approach, coupled with a deep understanding of the startup landscape, makes him a valuable advisor and mentor to founders looking to achieve remarkable success

Founder & CEO (Based Globally)

Jill’s professional journey has been characterised by strategic insight, astute investment decisions, and dedicated leadership.

Having spent 12 Years running a Private Equity Firm (Mining, Oil & Gas, Energy, Property) and 7 Years at the helm of a Global Venture Capital firm (dedicated to Tech, Fintech, Saas, Agritech and Healthtech), she embodies the start up investing experience. Her extensive career trajectory is a testament to her unwavering commitment to fostering growth and innovation within the start-up ecosystem.

Her experiences at distinguished organizations underscore her global perspective and versatile approach to investment management.

She’s as likely to be found behind her laptop, speaking at a conference or exploring the world by bike, sailboat, or foot.

Director-Onboarding Accounts (Based in Estonia)

Aigar is an experienced sales person, who has been dealing with different types of sales. In every aspect in this field, he has been collecting needed knowledge that helps him understand the needs and flaws of companies. 

He started with saas, then moved to health care. After that Aigar understood that the only way forward is as a private entrepreneur. Selling real estate gave him a lot of experience in exceptional customer service, negotiation and investments.

As he didn't like to stay in his comfort zone, Aigar then helped one startup sell their services. Further on he developed two new companies, one which dealt with construction and second was in the recruitment sector.

After work you can find Aigar in the gym, lifting iron or spending time with his lovely family!

Venture Partner (Based in Italy - EU)

Daniela spent 17 years in the development of different start-ups, focusing on asset management and real estate area.

Thanks to her job she specialized, throughout the years, in negotiations between people, companies and entities, developing the ability of understanding the needs of costumers; she knows how to quickly identify the problematic aspects of negotiations and she can promptly offer useful solutions. She likes to create trustful relationships that persist over time and to launch new projects.

She is a semi pro climber and she's passionate about traveling backpacking around the world.

Venture Partner (Based in the USA)

Having worked in technology and finance in executive and analytical roles, he brings together a unique combination of successful operating and investing experience to provide a holistic view of early-stage businesses, helping founders scale, raise capital and analyze their business effectively.

He was COO during the scale-up of TC, one of the youngest startups to reach IPO on the Brazilian stock exchange, implementing processes that allowed them to scale significantly, from 8 to 500 employees, under my leadership. Leading the IPO process with BTG Pactual.

As a Venture Partner at Alpha4 Ventures, he led deal analysis for hundreds of opportunities the 2018 vintage LATAM Early-Stage VC Fund, which has already returned half of investor capital to date. Notable investments include Simetrik, Frete.com, WonderBrands and Vexi. At Smart City Capital.

Prior to working with Venture Capital and startups, he managed more than $1BN in risk at Wells Fargo, for 7 years. His portfolio covered supply chain finance, concentrated in the networking and enterprise tech sector in LATAM and Europe.

Venture Partner (Based in Dubai; UAE)

Foghor spent the decade launching and building businesses in the Southeast Asian startup space. He is an ex-founder of deeptech spin-off companies as a result of IP commercialisation with Universities and the research institute in Singapore. His focus is deeptech use case application to a variety of verticals. He has lived and worked in 11 countries including China and Russia. His passion for understanding new markets, industries and technologies knows no borders.

He is an appreciator of Malbec from the mendoza region, product of many books on epigenetics & behavioural psychology and an avid fan of ArsenalFC

Venture Partner (Based in the UK)

Selali is an accomplished financial strategist and analyst with deep expertise in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), financial modelling, and commercial valuations across diverse industries including Renewable Energy, Oil & Gas, Pharmaceuticals, and more. With a Master's in Financial Engineering and a First-Class honours degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Selali has successfully supported strategic growth through financial decision-making and complex valuations.

Selali has led high-value deals, delivered comprehensive financial models, and provided key insights for multi-million-pound transactions. Known for a strategic approach to business development and stakeholder management, Selali is a dedicated professional capable of thriving in diverse environments. She combines technical expertise with strong leadership skills, delivering results that drive business growth and create value across various sectors.

Venture Partner (Based in California, USA)

Tony is a business and technology professional who blends analytical precision with creative ingenuity. His career spans the entire corporate spectrum, from grassroots "four guys in a garage" startups to well-established enterprises. With a track record in consulting, operations, project management, product management, software engineering, and business development,

Tony has consistently led and delivered complex, high-impact technology products and projects from inception to completion in the realms of venture capital, capital markets, and financial engineering.

Beyond his professional achievements, Tony is also a dedicated philanthropist, actively contributing to the community in Orange County, California. He serves as an Expert-In-Residence at the University of California, Irvine - Applied Innovation, where he plays a pivotal role as a judge and workshop leader for the university’s annual New Venture Competition.

Key Account Manager (Based in the EU)

Bringing over a decade of experience in the startup ecosystem. As a two-time founder who has been through acceleration programs, Tomas deeply understand the challenges and opportunities that come with building and scaling a business. His journey has allowed me to work closely with founders, investors, and industry leaders, helping to navigate the complexities of capital raising and strategic growth.

In addition to his entrepreneurial experience, having worked extensively in the SaaS space, including time at Oracle, where he gained valuable insights into building and scaling software products in highly competitive markets. This combination of hands-on startup experience and corporate SaaS expertise enables him to bring a unique perspective to supporting founders in their fundraising and growth strategies.

Venture Partner (Based in the UAE & London)

Sekayi's started her career as a Business Consultant at Oracle and progressed into leading digital banking projects at Lloyds Banking Group, Barclays Wealth and HSBC.

Sekayi has been angel investing, advising startups and mentoring through accelerator programs since 2013. She is a Venture Partner for Republic and Venture Scout for Brinc, LvlUp Ventures and FlashPoint Ventures.

Global Fund Manager (Based in Silicon Valley; USA)

While spearheading Intel Capital Asia, Sudheer Kuppam's unwavering commitment to staying ahead of technological trends and market dynamics shone through.

He nurtured connections within Silicon Valley, ensuring a global perspective and an agile approach to investments. His strategic foresight, global perspective, and technological prowess make him an invaluable asset whose contributions continue to shape the investment ecosystem, foster innovation, and drive growth on a global scale.

Key Account Manager (Based in Caribbean/UK)

Shelmar is an MBA graduate from the University of East London with a strong background in operations management, B2B sales, lead qualification, and financial modeling.

He possesses a combination of strategic expertise and business acumen and has successfully contributed to driving business growth and enhancing operational efficiency in the water leisure industry.

Additionally,  Shelmar has significant experience in B2B sales and lead qualification. He excels at identifying high-value prospects and nurturing relationships that drive revenue growth and has successfully expanded market share and improved sales outcomes for an array of companies based in the United States.

Shelmar possesses advanced financial modeling skills, enabling him to create detailed financial forecasts to support data-driven decision-making, and is passionate about applying his diverse skill set to deliver innovative solutions and drive sustainable growth.

Apart from working, Shelmar is an avid environmental activist who enjoys scuba diving, golfing, and basketball.

Valuation Specialist (Based in India)

A Chartered Accountant with 5 years experience in valuation, audit, and financial reporting, having worked with a Big 4 consulting firm.

Her expertise lies in analyzing companies' financial performance, conducting valuations, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Proficient in various financial and accounting software, allowing me to deliver efficient and accurate analyses.

With a keen interest in continuous learning, she stays updated with industry trends and best practices, aiming to provide strategic insights that drive business growth.

Venture Partner (Based in Florida; USA)

Kevin is a licensed CPA and has held various finance and executive roles during his 25-plus year career. Kevin founded and lead his own consulting firm focusing on with all levels of the business cycle from start-up to exit, including capital structuring, strategic planning, outsourced C-suite roles, buy/sell process management, due diligence, post-merger / acquisition integration, and turnaround or change management, as well as tax planning and consulting.

Prior to his consulting firm, Kevin served as a lead partner in multiple top CPA firms across the nation and has lead Investment Advisory teams spanning a myriad of industries. He has also lead turn-around initiatives resulting in increased profitability, efficiency, and successful exits. Kevin has been on the buy, sell and advisory-side of over $2b of transactions.

When not working, Kevin is playing tennis, surfing or spending time with his family.

Senior Investment Associate (Based in the UK)

Seth is a dedicated business finance degree student with a passion for investment and entrepreneurship. As an investment associate in , Seth brings extensive experience in crafting compelling pitch decks, conducting thorough valuations, and preparing fundraising materials.

Outside of work and studies, Seth is an avid world traveler, constantly seeking new cultures and experiences to broaden their global perspective.

Venture Partner (Based in the USA)

Pallavi Sehgal has over 15 years of experience in product, product marketing, and strategic business development, specializing in the e-commerce, fashion, and luxury sectors. 

Her skills encompass strategic partnership development, senior stakeholder management, and leading cross-functional teams in complex projects. She excels in blending business acumen with creative strategy, adept in both marketing and design aspects. Her experience spans B2B and B2C industries, where she has successfully developed and executed go-to-market strategies on a global scale and driven growth in the B2C sector. 

She holds a Global MBA with a specialization in Finance from programs in San Francisco, London, and Boston, and a Masters in Luxury Business from Italy. 

Beyond her professional life, Pallavi enjoys traveling, playing tennis, and is currently taking flying lessons.

Key Account Manager (Based in the EU)

After earning a degree in Business Studies with a specialization in Finance and completing a corporate internship, they founded their own startup, leading it for more than a year before transitioning leadership to their co-founders. They then shifted their focus to pursuing their passion for sales across various industries on a global scale.

Key Account Manager (Based in the UK)

With more than 9 years of experience working with multiple tech startups in the Middle East, South Asia and United Kingdom. In my latest role, Ahmed has been involved in new business and lead generation, utilizing a strategic sales approach and drawing on a solid management educational foundation.

Holding a Master's in Management, he possess a rich toolkit of methodologies for driving growth and nurturing lasting client relationships.

With a strong grasp of global business dynamics, he is driven by a solid work ethic and a commitment to ongoing learning at a corporate level. His goal is to constantly seek out and maximize his potential for the benefit of the organizations he serves.

Venture Partner (Based in San Fransisco; USA)

Dr. Johana Carolina M. Vega Leonel, holding a PhD in NeuroEngineering and Tissue Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, specializes in neural network formation and revascularization. Currently, she enriches Stanford University as a Teaching College Fellow.

She co-founded Astute Crew LLC, offering consultancy to startups in Medical Devices and Neuroscience/Neuroengineering, alongside providing technical due diligence for Venture Capital firms. Her distinguished career includes roles as an (National Science Foundation) NSF and NSF-IGERT (NSF-Integrative Graduate Education and Research Traineeship) fellow, leading independent interdisciplinary projects.

She is an advisor to tech startups in the fields of Healthcare and MedTech.

Key Account Manager (Based in the USA)

Edgardo is a seasoned sales professional with over a decade of experience across diverse industries, including finance, insurance, and technology. Based in Hackensack, New Jersey, Edgardo or Eddy for short, has built a reputation for his exceptional sales acumen, customer-centric approach, and ability to thrive in fast-paced, competitive environments.

Eddy’s career began in the finance and insurance sectors, where he honed his skills in building client relationships, understanding complex products, and delivering tailored solutions to meet customer needs. His success in these industries laid the foundation for his transition into the technology sector, where he has made significant contributions.

One of the highlights of Eddy’s career was his time at Samsung, where he initially served as an Inside Sales Support Specialist. In this role, he demonstrated a strong aptitude for sales operations, providing critical support to the sales team and ensuring seamless customer experiences. His dedication and expertise quickly led to a promotion within the company, where he transitioned into a B2B sales role for Samsung’s LED, LFD, and LCD Display division. In this capacity, Eddy excelled at driving revenue growth, managing key accounts, and delivering innovative display solutions to businesses across various industries.