Ilya Korolev

Ilya Korolev is a seasoned investment professional with extensive experience in venture capital and board management. Currently serving as a Partner at INIT VC and Portfolio Director at the Internet Initiatives Development Fund (IIDF), Ilya manages over $12 million and oversees 18 portfolio companies in sectors such as LegalTech, VR/AR, and MarketingTech. Ilya has held key roles in investment sourcing, business due diligence, and post-investment board membership across various startups at IIDF, which boasts a portfolio of over 360 early-stage Internet and mobile ventures. Additionally, Ilya contributes as a board member for several companies, including Brandquad, Antilatency, and Combot. Ilya is a co-founder of Dulton Media Limited, where notable projects included pioneering online entertainment services in Russia. Ilya holds a Master's degree in Computer Technologies in Business from the Academy of National Economy under the Government of the Russian Federation.