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Founder of Vungle (sold for $780M to Blackstone). Partner at Blue Field Capital and run my family office via Zain Ventures. Contributor to various publications on topics such as AI & Tech. I also do my philanthropic activities through the Zain Jaffer Foundation which produces documentaries and funds a variety of causes throughout the world.

Expertise in Consumer Finance, Marketing, Real Estate, and E-commerce. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, which develops productive working relationships with individuals at all levels. Dedicated and motivated manager, who easily manages individuals and teams to produce optimum results. Strategic and analytical with experience developing and executing marketing plans, and managing digital and social media production. Creative writer with expertise in developing copy material, press materials, scripts, and content. Strong financial skills in managing P& L. Specialties: real estate, contract negotiation, banking and finance,marketing, merchandising, e-commerce,mortgage sales, recruiting, copy-writing,

mom.pre-seed VC in b2b SaaS, digital consumer health, fintech and web3 at Hustle Fund.I customer & community centric founders who look like anyone & come from anywhere. Distance traveled > pedigree. cowork with me on flow.club invest with me through Angel Squad ride with me at SoulCycle

Championing visionary founders who dare to blaze a new path. Looking for funding? Fill out our pitch us form: https://tally.so/r/mYRD2B

I'm a Midwestern venture capitalist on a mission to empower founders with resources to maximize their growth, while generating lucrative returns for investors. My passion for learning and entrepreneurship has driven me to fuel impact for founders by connecting them to the resources, capital and advice that they need to succeed. Authenticity is at the root of my work, as I strive to develop meaningful relationships with entrepreneurs, peers and investors. With an outside-the-box approach to investing, I can speak to the future of venture capital, growing successful startups and fostering a stronger and more diverse investment culture in the Midwest.

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If you’re here, you’re probably curious about who I am and what we do at spectup. Let me fill you in. I started my career with a banking apprenticeship, thinking I’d spend my life crunching numbers. But then I discovered startups—and everything changed. At N26, the fintech unicorn, I got my first taste of the fast-paced world of innovation. I fell in love with the chaos, creativity, and energy. After that, I joined Civey, where I dove into digital market research, business models, and marketing strategies. Then came Deutsche Bahn, where I worked on international expansion, competitor analysis, and market strategies. I learned how to make sense of complex industries (global transport markets, anyone?) and drive growth. At diffferent (yes, that’s how it’s spelled), I helped brands like Audi and Zalando identify growth opportunities and design innovative business strategies. And at Deloitte’s Innovation & Ventures team, I worked on building future-proof businesses with cutting-edge tech. One highlight? Leading 30+ projects at the BMW Startup Garage, helping startups find their place in the world of mobility. That’s where I saw the real power of connecting startups with the right partners. Now, I’m building spectup. We work with growth-stage companies and select early-stage startups, helping them raise capital, connect with the right investors, and position themselves for long-term success. We also work with investors—PEs, VCs, angels, and family offices—helping them find promising, vetted companies to invest in without spending countless hours on due diligence. Why? Because startups fail too often, and investors waste too much time looking for the right opportunities. We’re here to bridge that gap. Whether you’re a founder looking for investors or an investor seeking quality opportunities, spectup is about making those connections—and making them work.

Hi, I’m Keane Angle, and I help founders and entrepreneurs win the hearts and minds of investors by creating powerful pitch decks that land funding.I spent the first decade of my career in ad agencies as a global creative strategist for Fortune 500 brands like Coca-Cola, GE, IKEA, Burger King, Diageo, P&G, and many more.I became a full-time presentation writer and designer in 2017, and in 2020 I started focusing exclusively on my passion: creating incredible startup pitch decks that land funding. I come from a family of entrepreneurs going back several generations, and firmly believe that entrepreneurs are the gateway to a better future for us all.My skill set combines cross-industry business acumen, strategy, storytelling, copywriting, and visual design. So, let’s land you that investment » http://storypitchdecks.com

Technology Executive w/ 15 years experience; Entrepreneur's mindset; Start-up, new product, and growth focused; Former Military logistics officer (deployed); Georgetown MBA; managed teams ranging from 5-200+ personnel; Closed deals ranging from $10k - $20 mm; Active SECRET clearance; Certified Product Manager (CPM); Formally trained in Sales and Sales management along with business development for federal contracts.

Patrick Schultz brings a sharp analytical edge to real estate investing, shaped by his experience as a research analyst for Jim Cramer on CNBC’s Mad Money. His deep understanding of financial markets, asset valuation, and investment strategies allows him to identify undervalued properties and optimize yield across his real estate portfolio. Alongside his wife, Hilary Schultz—a licensed real estate agent in Texas and Florida— their small family owned portfolio of businesses operate across every stage of residential real estate. They acquire homes, execute strategic renovations in SFR properties, and selectively retain assets that align with their long-term investment strategy. For Patrick and Hilary, real estate isn’t just about buying and selling—it’s about crafting solutions for homeowners. Whether purchasing homes for cash, revitalizing physically distressed properties, or helping sellers move forward with confidence, they approach every transaction with a problem-solving mindset. Their goal? Delivering outsized returns for investors while creating a delightful real estate experience for Texas home sellers.​

Blake Morgan serves as Managing Partner of Mineral Vault following a career at Google, and, more recently, 10 years experience in mineral interest acquisition and management at Allegiance Oil & Gas and Anthem Oil & Gas. Mr. Morgan is a graduate of The University of Texas at Austin, where he received an academic scholarship to obtain his degrees in Business Honors & Finance. He is a native of Midland, Texas.

Patrick Schultz brings a sharp analytical edge to real estate investing, shaped by his experience as a research analyst for Jim Cramer on CNBC’s Mad Money. His deep understanding of financial markets, asset valuation, and investment strategies allows him to identify undervalued properties and optimize yield across his real estate portfolio. Alongside his wife, Hilary Schultz—a licensed real estate agent in Texas and Florida— their small family owned portfolio of businesses operate across every stage of residential real estate. They acquire homes, execute strategic renovations in SFR properties, and selectively retain assets that align with their long-term investment strategy. For Patrick and Hilary, real estate isn’t just about buying and selling—it’s about crafting solutions for homeowners. Whether purchasing homes for cash, revitalizing physically distressed properties, or helping sellers move forward with confidence, they approach every transaction with a problem-solving mindset. Their goal? Delivering outsized returns for investors while creating a delightful real estate experience for Texas home sellers.​

Jonathan is the Founding Principal of Commons Capital, LLC. He has worked for many of the big Wall Street firms over his career including Smith Barney, Tucker Anthony, RBC Dain Rauscher, Advest and Merrill Lynch/Bank of America ― three of them by way of acquisition. Jonathan has an extensive background providing comprehensive wealth management advice and services to individuals and businesses. He is a member of a select group of advisors who can offer personalized, discretionary asset management services. This enables him to function as your personal portfolio manager and to construct a portfolio that is aligned with your investment objectives, time horizon, risk tolerance, and overall financial strategy. Jonathan currently holds the Series 7, 63, 65, 66 & 24 securities licenses, as well as, Life, Health & Accident Insurance licenses. He held the CSNA designation (Certified Special Needs Advisor) through the Families of Children With Disabilities (FCWD) Program while employed with Merrill Lynch. He gained key experience addressing the complex financial issues that arise when a child or other loved one has a serious disability.Jonathan received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Hartford. He is the former President of the 124 Beacon Street Association Trust, lives in the Back Bay of Boston, is an avid fly fisherman and is an active volunteer with The Jimmy Fund, Dana-Farber and local charities from his hometown.

Founder of Vungle (sold for $780M to Blackstone). Partner at Blue Field Capital and run my family office via Zain Ventures. Contributor to various publications on topics such as AI & Tech. I also do my philanthropic activities through the Zain Jaffer Foundation which produces documentaries and funds a variety of causes throughout the world.

Coastal Kapital LLC is a financial services leader in commercial equipment financing and working capital. We maintain thousands of relationships with business owners, vendors, and manufacturers across the US who value partnerships as well as integrity. Our products at Coastal Kapital LLC include commercial equipment financing, working capital, merchant services, and business consulting. Coastal Kapital LLC was founded in 2007 under the original name Farhat Leasing LLC. Coastal Kapital LLC has also opened many doors for other successful account executives looking to further their careers. We are always looking for motivated individuals to help grow our business and expand their careers. Coastal Kapital LLC has relationships with over 20 funding sources to provide consultative relationships with long term solutions for each of our clients/partners.

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