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Ezra Galston

Ezra Galston

Partner atStarting LineChicago
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Ezra Galston is a Founding Partner at Starting Line. He previously served as a Principal at Chicago Ventures.

What Ezra can write

Writes checks ofNot reported
Comes in atSeedMostly follows a lead
Best routeA short note on LinkedInA warm intro from a founder they backed works better.

Career

  1. Chicago Ventures · Principal
  2. Starting Line · Founding Partner
    Now

Companies founded

Starting Line

Focus

consumer companies

Education

Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, MBA

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Scott HollowayPartner

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Questions

Who is Ezra Galston?

Ezra Galston is a Founding Partner at Starting Line. He previously served as a Principal at Chicago Ventures.

How much does Ezra Galston invest?

Starting Line has not reported a check size. It invests at seed.

How do I pitch Ezra Galston?

A warm intro from a founder Starting Line backed works best. A short LinkedIn note with one line on traction is the next best route.

What did Ezra Galston do before Starting Line?

Principal at Chicago Ventures.

Last updated 2026-10-15. Is this you? Ask for a correction.