Hi, I'm Don Loeb - Corporate Development Advisor - Headlands West at Techstars
I thrive on identifying emerging technologies and founders, connecting innovative ventures with strategic resources. My passion lies in shaping product roadmaps and market entry, especially within SaaS and consumer internet.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Advised 2000+ Techstars portfolio companies on partnerships and M&A.
Provide corporate development services to VC firms and startups.
Offer strategic guidance on M&A and partnership development.
🚀 Career trajectory
Early Internet Pioneer
Began career in senior product management roles at major internet companies, shaping early digital products.
✦ Product Management
✦ Consumer Internet
✦ Yahoo
Startup Accelerator Leader
Transitioned to leading corporate development and strategy at Techstars, scaling support for a vast portfolio.
✦ Corporate Development
✦ Strategy
✦ M&A
✦ Techstars
Venture & Startup Advisor
Currently provide specialized corporate development advisory services and mentorship to VC firms and startups.
✦ Advisory
✦ Venture Capital
✦ Startups
✦ Headlands West
Global Risk Advisor
Contributed expertise to RAND Corporation on global and emerging risks.
✦ Advisory Board
✦ Risk Management
✦ RAND Corporation
💪🏻 Superpowers
Startup Ecosystem Navigator
Connecting innovative ventures with strategic resources.
✦ Advised 2000+ Techstars portfolio companies on partnerships and M&A.
✦ Provide corporate development services to VC firms and startups.
✦ Mentor emerging companies for multiple venture funds.
Strategic Partnership Architect
Building bridges for scalable growth.
✦ Specialized in consumer internet, SAAS, and digital media.
✦ Executed M&A and partnership strategies across tech sectors.
✦ Experienced in social distribution and content syndication.
Product & Market Innovator
Shaping product roadmaps and market entry.
✦ Held senior product management roles at Google, Yahoo, and Adobe.
✦ Focused on early-stage product partnership and development.
✦ Expertise in user experience and mobile applications.
I'm excited about
✦ Discovering emerging technologies and founders for potential investment.
✦ Connecting with experts in AI and advanced analytics for advisory roles.
✦ Exploring new models for sustainable venture growth.
I can help with
✦ Offer strategic guidance on M&A and partnership development.
✦ Provide insights into scaling early-stage technology companies.
✦ Facilitate introductions to venture capital and startup networks.
I would love your help on
✦ Recommendations for promising AI-driven SaaS startups.
✦ Insights into novel approaches to corporate venture building.
✦ Connections to thought leaders in the future of work.