Geri Kirilova is a Partner at Laconia. She previously worked at Techstars and Kweller Prep, and graduated from New York University Stern School of Business.

What Geri can write

Writes checks of$250K to $1M
Comes in atPre-seed, SeedCan lead the round
Ownership target5-7%, 7-10%At first check
Best routeA short note on LinkedInA warm intro from a founder they backed works better.

Laconia Capital writes $250K to $1M checks, larger than 33% of firms in the atlas.

Bars: how many firms report each check band. Highlighted: Laconia Capital.

Career

  1. Techstars Internet-of-Things program · Business Associate
  2. Laconia · Partner
    Now
  3. LAUNCHub
  4. Credo Ventures
  5. Kweller Prep
  6. Laconia · intern
    Now
  7. Laconia · associate
    Now
  8. Laconia · Principal
    Now

Investments named in public bios

OcrolusElsenUnioncrateWethos

Focus

venture capitalinternet-of-thingseducation

Education

New York University Stern School of Business, BS in Business with specializations in Information Systems and ManagementNYU’s Stern School of Business, BS in Business

Before you pitch

Laconia Capital does not invest inWe don’t typically invest in biotech, energy, military applications, hardware, consumer tech, or deep tech.

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Questions

Who is Geri Kirilova?

Geri Kirilova is a Partner at Laconia. She previously worked at Techstars and Kweller Prep, and graduated from New York University Stern School of Business.

How much does Geri Kirilova invest?

Geri Kirilova invests through Laconia Capital, which writes checks of $250K to $1M at pre-seed, seed.

How do I pitch Geri Kirilova?

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

What did Geri Kirilova do before Laconia Capital?

Business Associate at Techstars Internet-of-Things program; LAUNCHub; Credo Ventures; Kweller Prep.

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