Hi, I'm Jói Sigurdsson - Founder / CEO at CrankWheel
I'm driven by simplifying complex technology, especially in sales. My sweet spot is creating intuitive tools like CrankWheel that empower professionals by removing technical barriers, allowing them to focus on what they do best. I thrive on building elegant solutions that deliver immediate impact.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Founded CrankWheel, a user-friendly screen sharing solution for telesales.
Leads CrankWheel, focusing on eliminating technical friction for sales professionals.
Can help others by sharing expertise in building user-friendly sales enablement tools.
🚀 Career trajectory
Early Software Engineering
Began career as a Software Engineer at OZ, building foundational skills in distributed systems and Windows programming.
✦ Software Engineering
✦ System Architecture
Startup Leadership & Board Roles
Transitioned into leadership roles, serving on boards for Dohop and OZ Communications, gaining experience in venture strategy and governance.
✦ Board Member
✦ Venture Strategy
Founder & CEO
Founded CrankWheel in 2014, developing and scaling a specialized telesales technology solution, focusing on product-market fit and user experience.
✦ Founder
✦ CEO
✦ Product Development
Active Mentor
Currently contributing as a Mentor at KLAK - Venture Mentoring Service, guiding new ventures and sharing expertise.
✦ Mentorship
✦ Startup Growth
💪🏻 Superpowers
Pioneering Sales Tech
Innovating screen sharing for telesales
✦ Founded CrankWheel, a user-friendly screen sharing solution.
✦ Eliminates downloads for viewer convenience.
✦ Provides real-time viewer engagement analytics.
Technical Leadership
Architecting robust software solutions
✦ Extensive experience in system architecture and distributed systems.
✦ Proven ability to lead software engineering teams.
✦ Strong foundation in multiple programming languages like Python and Java.
Venture Mentorship
Guiding early-stage tech companies
✦ Currently mentoring startups at KLAK - Venture Mentoring Service.
✦ Leveraging past experience with ventures like Dohop and OZ Communications.
✦ Focused on fostering growth and strategic development.
I'm excited about
✦ Seeking connections with forward-thinking founders and investors to explore synergistic opportunities.
✦ Eager to discover innovative startups and potential collaborations in the sales technology space.
✦ Looking to share insights on scaling tech companies and fostering product-led growth.
I can help with
✦ Offer guidance on building intuitive SaaS products for niche markets.
✦ Provide mentorship on navigating the early stages of startup growth.
✦ Share expertise in developing user-friendly sales enablement tools.
I would love your help on
✦ Identifying potential strategic partners for CrankWheel's next growth phase.
✦ Connecting with experts in AI-driven sales analytics.
✦ Exploring new market opportunities for telesales technology.