I'm an entrepreneur and tech enthusiast who loves turning abstract ideas into impactful companies. I currently wear the hat of the General Partner at FoundersEdge, a venture capital firm that works hands-on with early-stage founders. We invest at the pre-seed stage, leveraging a data-driven approach to identify promising founders and accelerate their growth.
- FoundersEdge: At FoundersEdge, we believe that founders are the unfair advantage for future founders. We take an hands-on approach, working closely with startups, providing guidance, mentorship, and investor connections. Our model is designed for experienced founders who don’t need basic startup guidance but thrive with strategic support.
- Techstars Boston: I was the Managing Director at Techstars Boston, helping early-stage startups refine their strategies, scale, and raise capital.
- Raizlabs: I was the founder and CEO of Raizlabs, a pioneering mobile technology firm that landed on the Inc. 5000 list four times. We built innovative apps for brands like AAA, Dunkin’, and Macy’s. In 2017, I sold the company and stayed on as Chief Innovation Officer.
- Product & AI Development: I’ve helped launch hundreds of products across mobile, AI, and emerging tech. I’m passionate about AI-first product design, ensuring AI is deeply embedded in user experiences rather than just bolted on.
- Education: I hold a Computer Science degree from Tufts University.
I’m deeply involved in Boston’s startup ecosystem, hosting events like Ditch the Deck and Funders & Founders in Connecticut. I also co-host PEF Boston, a community of post-exit-founders, investors, and operators.
I regularly speak at industry events on topics like AI-first product design, startup investing, and the future of technology.
Let’s keep the conversation going! You can find me on:
- Personal Blog: gregraiz.com
- YouTube: HalfIdeas
- Twitter/X: @graiz
- LinkedIn: Greg Raiz
- TikTok: @gregraiz