Shahryar Barati

Shahryar Barati is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in advisory, consulting, and risk management within the finance and startup sectors. Currently serving as Founder and Director at Project Ventures, Shahryar specializes in helping early-stage startups prepare for fundraising while sourcing investment opportunities for VCs. Shahryar has held significant roles, including Managing Director and Chief Commercial Officer at Capital Pilot, enhancing investment decision-making through innovative data-driven approaches. As a mentor at Techstars and a Venture Scout at Seedrs, Shahryar contributes expertise to the startup ecosystem. Prior roles at Amundi and JPMorgan Chase involved managing substantial portfolios and developing risk policies and models. Shahryar holds an MBA from Imperial College Business School and advanced degrees in Data Science and Metals & Energy Finance.