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Ivan Lunegov

@lunegov

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Investment analyst specializing in early-stage startup sourcing and technology-driven deals.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek roles in venture investing or corporate strategy where I can source startups, build investment theses, lead market research, and drive deal execution within collaborative, growth-oriented teams.

I am an investment analyst with hands-on experience sourcing startups, conducting deep market research, and supporting portfolio companies through fundraising and pilots. At BuildTechVC, I consistently generated a high-quality inbound deal flow and helped close Series A financings.

Previously, I served as Chief of Staff at an industrial trading company where I led strategic restructurings, developed business plans and financial models, and secured over $13M in financing. I implemented group-wide financial controls and drove operational improvements across procurement, logistics, and sales.

As Head of Technology Research at a consulting firm, I launched a new Technology Scouting product that grew revenue by 40%, created proprietary startup scoring models, and built a global partner network of 20+ organizations. I led numerous research and sourcing projects and managed a team of analysts to deliver actionable insights to corporate and VC clients.

I bring a blend of market research, financial modeling, and product-focused deal sourcing, with strong experience in building investment theses, negotiating partnerships, and executing strategic initiatives. I communicate fluently in English and have advanced Russian skills.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Investment Analyst

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BuildTechVC

Apr 2023 - Present (2 years 10 months)

Sourced two startups that received investments and supported two portfolio companies to close Series A rounds; doubled inbound deal flow and established a pipeline of 50+ new startups per month. Conducted 10+ in-depth market research projects, created two investment theses, built a 100+ priority target list, and initiated four pilot projects between portfolio companies and enterprise clients.

Deal Sourcing Market Research Financial Modeling Fund Operations

Chief of Staff

Industrial Trading Company

Jan 2024 - Oct 2025 (1 year 9 months)

Led strategic and operational initiatives including closure of two unprofitable lines, development of business plans and financial models that secured $13M+ financing, and group-wide audits that informed process improvements across procurement, logistics, and sales. Implemented plan-versus-actual financial controls and prepared JV negotiation materials for the recycling segment.

Financial Modeling Strategic Planning Business Planning Process Improvement Financial Audit Fundraising Support Procurement Performance Tracking

Head of Technology Research

Innotechnics

Aug 2021 - Jun 2023 (1 year 10 months)

Launched Technology Scouting product, increasing revenue 40%; developed proprietary startup scoring models and built a 20+ partner international data-sharing network. Led delivery of 15+ research projects and 20+ technology sourcing engagements, ran a corporate accelerator program, and managed a team of five analysts.

Market Research Startup Scoring Partnership Development Team Management Research Methodology Client Delivery

Analyst

MBANQ

May 2019 - Dec 2019 (7 months)

Conducted macroeconomic analysis supporting M&A transactions and contributed to financial and strategic analyses during internship engagements.

Macroeconomic Analysis Financial Analysis M&A Research Microsoft Office Financial Modeling

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Hult International Business School

Bachelor of Finance, Finance

2016 - 2019

Completed a Bachelor's degree in Finance with coursework and training focused on financial modelling, valuation, and market analysis from 2016 to 2019.