Hi, I'm Yigit Ihlamur - Advisory Board Member at Incubate Fund
I'm a quantitative VC fascinated by outlier companies, using AI and deep data analysis to find future market leaders. I thrive at the intersection of technology and investment, where I can help innovative founders bring groundbreaking deep-tech ideas to life.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Served as a Senior Program Manager at Google, driving product development and strategic execution.
A quantitative venture capitalist at Vela Partners, applying AI and deep data analysis to identify outlier companies.
Can help others by providing data-driven insights to validate startup potential and strategic guidance on scaling.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundation in Technology & Operations
Began career at Google as a Senior Program Manager, developing expertise in software development, product management, and large-scale operations.
✦ Program Management
✦ Software Development
Transition to Venture Capital
Moved into venture capital, co-founding Vela Partners to apply quantitative and AI-driven approaches to early-stage investments.
✦ Vela Partners
✦ Venture Capital
✦ Co-founder
Expanding Influence in Innovation Ecosystem
Currently serving as General Partner at Vela Partners and Advisory Board Member at Incubate Fund, actively shaping the future of technology.
✦ General Partner
✦ Advisory Board
✦ Incubate Fund
💪🏻 Superpowers
AI-Powered Investment Forensics
Detecting future market leaders with data-driven precision.
✦ Apply advanced AI and ML to identify outlier potential in early-stage startups.
✦ Utilize deep data analysis for accurate market and business intelligence.
✦ Develop predictive models for high-precision investment foresight.
Strategic Product Incubation
Transforming technical concepts into scalable ventures.
✦ Bridge the gap between complex computer science and market viability.
✦ Guide product development from conception to SaaS model implementation.
✦ Leverage experience from Google to foster product excellence.
Cross-Disciplinary Growth Catalyst
Fueling innovation through diverse expertise and network.
✦ Combine operations research with growth hacking for rapid scaling.
✦ Foster collaboration across technical, business, and investment domains.
✦ Identify and nurture high-potential talent and teams.
I'm excited about
✦ Connecting with fellow deep-tech investors and LPs to explore co-investment opportunities.
✦ Discovering groundbreaking AI and deep learning startups poised for significant market disruption.
✦ Engaging with founders building foundational technologies in areas like AI, biotech, and advanced materials.
I can help with
✦ Provide data-driven insights to validate startup potential and market fit.
✦ Offer strategic guidance on product development and scaling for early-stage tech companies.
✦ Connect founders with a network of industry experts and potential strategic partners.
I would love your help on
✦ Identify niche, emerging technology trends and nascent outlier companies.
✦ Find domain experts in specialized fields like quantum computing and advanced materials.
✦ Connect with limited partners interested in quantitative venture strategies.