As a startup entrepreneur I have a deep empathy for founders. My ability to connect with and build trust with entrepreneurs helps me secure great deal flow in the Toronto/Waterloo startup ecosystem. When working with founders, and evaluating companies, I bring 15+ years across various startups that saw success and failure. I've seen what can go right and what can go wrong. In terms of helping startups, I focus on driving revenue and brand positioning.
I am looking for breakthrough solutions to massive problems - entrepreneurs must convince me that they have a deep understanding of the problem space and that their solution can make a large impact on society. I will only bring deals to the syndicate that I believe can go 1000X.
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordykoski/
I source deals through a combination of my professional network, angel network groups, existing investment founders and local incubators. I focus on teams that are located in the Toronto/Waterloo region that I can visit in person and get to know. For me there is no substitute for meeting in person and building a relationship in person. I am very selective in who I work with and focus on extensive diligence on the character of the founders and the quality of their initial product.
Founder references:
Cole Powers, CEO of IntelliCulture
“Jordy has been an absolutely instrumental advisor to the IntelliCulture team. His experience and wisdom is sales, marketing and seemingly all things SaaS have helped us grow our business at speeds we could have never imagined. He is a trusted advisor and friend, and always seems to know how best to support our team and company.”
Jenny Lemieux, CEO of Vivid Machines
“Jordy led a syndicate investment in Vivid Machines’ pre-seed round. Jordy took the time to meet our customers and really get to know the founders and the business so that he could effectively communicate our value to potential investors and deliver on the funding amount we were looking for. Jordy has since been helpful in an advisory capacity, and we’re very happy to have him along for our journey.”
Chris Robson, CEO of Wyvern
“Jordy Koski was essential to Wyvern successfully closing our Pre-Seed round and raising our Seed round. As soon as I met Jordy, he was super engaged and committed to helping Wyvern. He immediately started helping me refine my story and connected me to the right investors through his vast network. Jordy is an amazing investor, and I can't recommend him enough.”
Sage Franch, CEO of Crescendo
“Jordy has been a valuable extension of our team since investing in us. He's always ready to help and has made many valuable intros over the years. He really understands the challenges of a SaaS founder and knows how to help!”
