Valentin Staykov

Valentin Staykov has varied work experience that includes leadership roles and positions in project management, finance, and education. In 2010, they worked as a Technology Sales Associate at STAPLES Canada. From 2011 to 2012, they served as a Research Assistant at the University of Toronto. Valentin then joined IBM Canada Ltd. in 2012 as a Financial Analyst, where they performed financial analysis, developed forecasts, and presented results to finance executives. In 2013, they became a Peer Mentor at the University of Toronto. Valentin co-founded LoftShare in 2014 and served as the CEO until 2016. During this time, they also co-founded Flowcast HQ in 2016 and held the position of CEO until 2017. In 2016, they joined Gigster as a Network Growth Team Lead and later became a Project Manager. Valentin's responsibilities at Gigster included coordinating with clients, developers, and other project managers to staff gigs and complete projects. In 2017, Valentin joined Pastel HQ as a Co-Founder and CEO. Additionally, they were a Teaching Assistant for RSM455 - Pricing at the University of Toronto in 2017, where they graded assignments, held tutorials, and managed the student portal.

Valentin Staykov attended the University of Toronto from 2009 to 2014, where they pursued a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) degree with a focus on Finance and Economics. Valentin also attended the University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management during the same period and earned a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree with the same specialization.