Investor across Health & Wellness, FinTech, Future of Work, and Sustainability. Experience in traditional VC and impact VC.

Welcome to my profile! With a rich background as an Investor in Silicon Valley and extensive experience in strategic partnerships and business development, I bring a unique perspective to venture capital coaching. As the Director of Okta Ventures, I honed my skills in identifying and supporting cutting-edge technologies, and now I leverage that expertise to guide aspiring VCs. I've coached many individuals, helping them navigate the complexities of the venture capital landscape. Whether you're looking to break into VC or advance your career, I'm here to provide personalized guidance and support. Let's connect and chart your path to success in the venture capital world!

With over a decade of experience in venture capital and private equity, I have mentored and trained over 500 students, helping them build strong investment skills and land prestigious jobs in top firms. As a Partner at University Growth Fund, I have raised $90M in capital commitments and invested in over 100 high-profile startups, including unicorns like Snap and Spotify. I've also helped coach and mentor several emerging managers get their first fund off the ground. My hands-on approach and robust training programs have consistently helped students land prestigious jobs, earning 120% more on average at graduation than their peers. If you're looking to break into venture capital, elevate your investment acumen, or launch your own fund, let's connect and make a plan together!

I am here to help you break into the competitive world of VC. I am currently a Principal at Menlo Ventures investing in AI applications. As the former President of the VC Club at Stanford GSB, I have guided many classmates in securing roles in top venture firms. My professional journey includes working with General Partners at leading seed stage funds like Bain Capital Ventures and NFX. Additionally, my experience as a Product Manager at Meta and Microsoft has equipped me with a unique perspective on tech and innovation. Let's connect and strategize your path to success in venture capital!

Welcome to my profile! I'm John, and incoming student at the Stanford GSB and a current investor in a growth stage VC fund. Given the broad focus of my fund, I have a deep understanding of the startup ecosystem and what it takes to succeed in the world of venture capital. I have evaluated hundreds of multi-million dollar investment opportunities, conducted due diligence, prepared investment committee memos, and worked directly with CEOs to improve their businesses. As an Associate at KSV Global, I have honed my skills in financial modeling, deal sourcing, and managing advisors. Prior to that, I worked at Bain & Company, where I gained experience in private equity due diligence and commercial excellence. If you're looking to break into the venture capital industry or need guidance on your startup, I'm here to help. Let's connect and discuss how I can assist you in achieving your goals!

- Interned at M25 VC during MBA - Leveraged internship at FJ Labs during MBA into FT role - Have led / supported over 50 private markets transactions at FJ Labs - Head our India investment practice - Wrote about Opportunity Fund best practices & why diversification works in venture

>6 years experience in Venture Experience seed - late stage investing Consumer Tech, B2B SaaS, Marketplaces

Prior to attending HBS I spent two years as an Investment Associate at the largest dedicated foodtech / agtech venture capital fund where I managed 30+ investments and advised 16 portfolio companies. I landed this role over dozens of finance applicants having no prior finance work experience and having gone to a state school. I want to help clients break into venture capital investing regardless of their background. Let's work together to build your technical acumen and craft your story for why you are a singularly qualified candidate for the role.

As an angel investor in Latin America, I bring a unique blend of experiences that position me to support early-stage startups. Having transitioned from a career in professional sports to tech, I understand the challenges of navigating change and seizing new opportunities. My background in building businesses and content strategies across Latin America gives me a deep understanding of the region's unique market dynamics. I also run a blog, Venture Capital Mx, where I interview founders and investors in Mexico, which helps me stay connected to the ecosystem and share valuable insights. My network of mentors, founders, and industry experts allows me to connect entrepreneurs with the right resources. This combination of resilience, strategic insight, and a strong support network enables me to provide meaningful value to the startups I invest in.

VC associate at DN Capital, transitioned into it from a 'non-traditional' background.