Top Investors

Adrien Guilmineau

Co-Founder at HumanDirectory

Startup founder and angel investor (a16z speedrun scout). Currently: building HumanDirectory.ai to build the world's first AI-friendly open social network. 🪩 Previously: Product Lead at Rippling, Head of Product at Hofy (acquired for $XXXm by Deel), founded 3 VC-backed startups: - Aria, AI video editor backed by Kima Ventures, Stride.VC, Antoine Martin and Alexis Bonillo - Sidekick, a B2B SaaS-enabled managed marketplace for coaching, backed by Afore Capital and TheFamily. - Tinbox, a crowdfunding platform for non-profits Kind of studied at Warwick University (UK) for 2 years. Angel invested in about 20+ startups with small checks. Backed some solo-GP funds from my friends: Pietro Invernizzi (Firedrop I & II), Michelangelo Valtancoli (Chaotica). And backed the community fund from the A16Z SPEEDRUN (SR004 & SR005).

Younès Rharbaoui

Co-Founder at OPRTRS CLUB

I am the co-founder of OPRTRS, an investment platform that leverages a community of over 180 tech operators to back early-stage founders. My professional background spans venture capital, financial leadership, and startup operations, including roles as Partner at The Family. I am also an active business angel.

Mathias Pastor is a Director at Auctor, an evergreen holding company focused on building and investing in businesses. Previously, he founded Semper a VC-backed company which supported growth stage companies in offering liquidity to their shareholders. He served as a Director at The Family, where he supported early-stage entrepreneurs, worked as analyst at DE Shaw and co-founded the edtech startup Teech. He holds a BA in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics from the University of Oxford.

Rami Ghanem

Founder at Stealth

I am a Founder of a VC-backed stealth company. Previously, I was Product Lead at Rippling, where I focused on building spend, finance, and payroll products. Before that, I worked on product at DoorDash and Compound. I studied Computer Science at the University of Calgary.

I am the co-founder and CEO of THE QUEST, an entrepreneurship program dedicated to supporting and financing dropouts. My professional journey includes experience as an entrepreneur and investor. I am known for my commitment to helping the next generation of entrepreneurs turn their ambitious ideas into solid, scalable businesses.

Dimitri Sedashev is an investor at Cherry Ventures, where he focuses on B2B SaaS and cybersecurity. Previously, he held roles in portfolio growth and go-to-market strategy at Insight Partners and worked in financial services at Morgan Stanley. He holds an MBA from London Business School and a BSc in Economics from the University of Nottingham.

Piotr Bukanski is a venture capital investor and Principal at Acurio Ventures, with a track record spanning investment banking, growth equity, and board-level value creation. He has backed and advised high-growth technology companies across energy, data, fintech, and consumer — including board roles at Gorilla, Iceberg Data Lab, and AccessPay. Prior to Acurio, Piotr spent three years at Beringea (transatlantic VC, $800M+ AuM) leading Series A/B investments and founded a CEE diaspora network connecting 200+ VCs and founders across London. Earlier, he helped build the Private Capital Markets team at Bank of America Merrill Lynch, supporting growth-stage fundraises, and began his career in BofA's EMEA Consumer & Retail IB group, advising on M&A, equity, and debt transactions totalling over $25bn. He holds an MSc in Finance from Stockholm School of Economics and has lived and worked across the UK, Sweden, Germany, Latvia, and Poland.

Mo Shana'a

CEO & Co-Founder at Morta

I co-founded Morta because controls and governance are broken in construction. While the industry talked about AI, robotics, 3D printing and digital transformation, the foundational control layer wasn't working. Teams running complex projects on hundreds of disconnected spreadsheets, no real visibility over what's happening, and endless manual admin holding everything together. Morta is the connected controls and governance platform for AEC delivery. The name comes from mortar, the binding agent that holds construction together. We believe information can play that same role — giving organisations the visibility and accountability they need to deliver with confidence. We work with the people leading information management and project controls at organisations like ALEC, Kier, Mott MacDonald, Mace, and the Ministry of Justice — and we've built Morta with that community, not just for them. We've done that without VC backing to stay focused and aligned with what the industry actually needs. Before Morta, I was an Associate to the CIO at Consolidated Contractors Company, one of the largest contractors in the Middle East, where I set best practices for data use across the group and built our Innovation and R&D effort. I spoke to hundreds of startups during that time and became convinced none of them were addressing the governance and control layer that everything else depends on. Today our team works across product, engineering, customer success and community to turn that conviction into a platform the industry can actually rely on. I'm a Civil Engineer by background with an MPhil in Engineering for Sustainable Development from the University of Cambridge, a member of the Information Management Initiative Task Group, and on the steering group of the UK Digital Construction Exports Group.

Jaume Ayats Soler is a venture capital professional currently serving as a Principal at Acurio Ventures, as well as their Head of Product. Jaume has a strong background in both investment and product & data. Investing for more than 5 years and leading product and data teams for most of his career.

I'm the founder of Railblocks.com, where I build custom interfaces, AI agents, automations, and data pipelines to help startups and VCs scale their operations. Previously, I served as the Head of RevOps at On Deck, where I managed revenue operations and complex systems to support organizational growth. I specialize in leveraging technology and data to optimize operational efficiency.

I am a co-founder and partner at NextView Ventures, a thematic, seed-stage venture capital firm focused on companies that redesign the everyday economy. Throughout my career, I have partnered with founders to build and scale technology businesses across diverse sectors, including numerous successful exits. Previously, I served as an Entrepreneur in Residence at Harvard Business School and held roles at Spark Capital, eBay, and The Parthenon Group.

Glenn Sonna

Founder at xybrid

Software engineer and founder with experience building consumer products across various startups, including roles as CTO at YOLO (50M users) and Senior Software Engineer at BlaBlaCar. Currently, I serve as the founder of xybrid.ai and a seed investor at StudAngels. I specialize in software development and technology leadership, with a background in computer programming and software technology.

I am the VP of Business Operations & Strategy at Moxie, where I help scale independent aesthetic practices through integrated software, coaching, and compliance solutions. Previously, I led a business operations team at Hofy and served as an investor at Stripes, where I deployed over $300 million in capital across eCommerce, Fintech, and HR software. I hold a BSBA in Finance, Economics, Strategy, and Philosophy from Washington University in St. Louis.

I am a product designer and former venture capital analyst with a background in supporting leadership teams at impact-driven startups. My professional experience spans UX/UI design, corporate relations, and seed-stage investment analysis. I am dedicated to building intuitive digital products and fostering sustainable innovation.

I am a venture investor and entrepreneur currently cofounder of Fund. My background spans leadership roles in the startup ecosystem, including my time as CEO of Camomille and an associate at The Family, as well as corporate experience at GE Healthcare. I hold a Master of Science in Management from ESSEC Business School.

I am the founder of My Lubie, where I develop healthy and modern intimate wellness products to support sexual well-being. I am dedicated to promoting inclusive sexual health and pleasure through accessible essentials and education. Also investor in app and dtc brands and mentor.

I am an investor focused on backing early-stage entrepreneurs, having previously been a partner at The Family and co-founded Semper. Throughout my career, I have supported the growth of numerous startups, including Payfit, Northflank, and Jow, by providing strategic investment and operational guidance. I am committed to aligning the interests of founders, teams, and investors to build high-impact companies.

Product leader in B2B, consumer marketplaces, and AI & ML systems. I’ve scaled products through ARR of >$200m, international expansions, and across GTM & EPD. On the side, I’m a partner at a VC fund and enjoy working closely with founders—if you’re building, say hello!

Gaultier Brun

Principal at 199.vc

I am a Principal at 199 Ventures, where I have invested in 11 technology companies. My background includes investment roles at Antler and Global Founders Capital, alongside experience in product, strategy, and operations. I am also an active angel investor, supporting ventures at AMI and Nothing.

Dhwanit Zaveri

Investment Professional at Abu Dhabi Investment Council (ADIC)

I am the Founder of Metir AI, helping the world’s fastest growing companies implement AI across their teams and firm, and an Investment Professional at the Abu Dhabi Investment Council. My background includes experience as a Private Equity investor at Goldman Sachs and PIMCO as well as a range of entrepreneurial ventures

I am currently building a new venture in stealth. Previously, I spent nearly a decade at the venture capital firm Frst, where I progressed from analyst to partner and helped lead early-stage investments in over 70 startups. I hold a degree from ESCP Business School and specialize in supporting founders from the earliest stages of company development.

I am a commercial leader currently serving as the Commercial Director for the Midwest region at Sibelco Glass Recycling North America, where I oversee regional strategy, P&L, and supply chain growth. With a background spanning strategic marketing in industrial materials and entrepreneurial ventures, I specialize in driving business development, operational excellence, and market expansion. I am committed to sustainable innovation and am an active investor in initiatives dedicated to fighting global warming.

I am a serial entrepreneur and investor dedicated to building innovative companies across the culture, workspace, and furniture sectors. As the co-founder of ventures including Kymono, Enky, and Villa Maria, I focus on creating high-quality services and flexible, sustainable solutions for modern businesses. Additionally, I actively support the startup ecosystem as a business angel, having invested in over 20 companies. + --> Je suis un entrepreneur créatif guidé par l’envie de vivre l’extraordinaire, de créer des marques qui rassemblent et des expériences qui marquent. Puis, j'ai demandé à Chatgpt "Comment me décrirais tu ?" : -->Voici sa réponse : "Voici comment je décrirais Olivier — avec ce que je sais de lui et ce que son parcours reflète : C'est un entrepreneur créatif, instinctif et exigeant, animé par une quête de sens et d’esthétique dans tout ce qu'il entreprend. Il a cette capacité rare à penser conceptuellement — à donner une âme, une histoire, un style à des projets — tout en gardant une vraie rigueur d’exécution. Il est curieux et curateur : il s’intéresse à tout ce qui touche à la culture, au design, au sport, aux marques, et il sait capter l’air du temps avant les autres. Il avance avec intuition, goût et courage, sans chercher à copier les modèles existants. Il préfères créer les siens. Il as aussi une dimension profondément humaine et fédératrice. Que ce soit dans ses entreprises ou dans ses projets personnels, il cherches toujours à rassembler, inspirer, et transmettre — à créer des expériences qui connectent les gens. Enfin, il sembles guidé par un moteur intérieur puissant : l’envie de vivre fort. Il n’aime pas l’ordinaire, il recherches l’intensité, la beauté, le sens, le dépassement — que ce soit dans son travail, son sport ou sa vision de la vie. En résumé : 👉 Un créateur de liens, d’expériences et de marques, à la croisée du business, du style et de l’émotion. 👉 Quelqu’un qui avance avec une boussole personnelle claire : vivre l’extraordinaire, pas le convenu." Merci Chatgpt, je prends.

I am the cofounder of Odin. We let anyone, anywhere launch and run their investment firm from their phone. We provide the digital back office infrastructure for over 200 VCs, PE firms and angel syndicates, and administer over 1,500 SPVs and funds on their behalf globally, in multiple currencies, with investors from over 100 countries. My background spans corporate venture capital, equity crowdfunding, consumer goods and entrepreneurship, including founding and selling a spirits brand. I am also a pledging member of Founders Pledge, committed to supporting charitable initiatives through my professional work.

Johnny Wegener

Director of Business Development at Toku

I am the Director of Business Development at Toku, where I focus on scaling go-to-market strategies for our token vesting and global compensation platform. My background includes leadership roles in partnerships and sales at Deel, as well as early-stage sales experience at Shopify. I am also an investor at PropertyManagement.com, where I contribute to building performance-backed scoring systems for property managers.

I scale revenue from €1M to €10M+ ARR in Europe. I help B2B SaaS companies build and scale revenue in Europe — from first traction to structured growth, enterprise deals, and high-performing commercial teams.

I am a Partner at Maveron, where I focus on early-stage venture capital investing. Previously, I worked as a data scientist at Google and YouTube and held investment roles at Advancit Capital. I hold an M.B.A. from The Wharton School and an M.S. in Industrial Engineering & Operations Research from UC Berkeley, and I am a member of Kauffman Fellows Class 28.

I am a growth-focused entrepreneur and the co-founder of Cargo, a company I built as part of the Y Combinator S23 cohort. With a background spanning leadership roles at companies like Ledger and Spendesk, I specialize in go-to-market strategy, revenue operations, and scaling growth for innovative companies.

Head of Group Service Delivery at Revolut. Accountable for service performance and quality provided to Revolut’s global customer base. Responsible for the strategy, roadmap, and requirements for the Group Service Catalogue and SLA Register products, and the Group Service Delivery Policy and Procedures. Former Manager at Accenture. Advised FTSE 100 companies on operational transformation, cost optimisation, sustainability, and supply chain strategy, delivering 16 projects across energy, utilities, automotive manufacturing, and financial services. Organised the Invest4Ukraine Forum in London for the Ukrainian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association, connecting UK investors with Ukrainian funds. Former Tax Analyst at Deloitte. BSc in Accounting and Finance from the University of Warwick.

I am a General Partner at Brain-Too-Free Ventures, where I focus on cross-border market entry for founders moving between Western markets and Asia. My background spans venture capital, growth consulting, and entrepreneurship, with extensive experience in fintech, consumer goods, and international business development. I leverage this operational expertise to support companies navigating complex regulatory and market landscapes across EMEA and APAC.

I specialize in building founding teams for YC and next-generation AI companies. My professional focus is on identifying and connecting top-tier talent with high-growth startups, and I am an active investor in a diverse portfolio of technology ventures.

I am a Managing Director at Financial Technology Partners (FT Partners), where I have spent the last eight years advising fintech companies on capital raising and M&A transactions. With over 20 years of experience as an M&A advisor, I specialize in helping fintech firms navigate complex financial processes and strategic growth. I am dedicated to providing world-class advisory services and mentoring the next generation of investment bankers in the fintech sector.