HEADS UP: I am always open to meeting new people through Linkedin BUT DO NOT JUST ASK TO CONNECT WITH ME BLINDLY. The best way to reach me directly is via email (Jeffrey@LaconiaCapitalGroup DOT com) or on Twitter (@jsilverman22). -------- With over 20 years of experience in early-stage companies and investing, Jeffrey has built his career around scaling tech ventures. He was an early employee at DoubleClick, where he held multiple senior roles and developed a deep understanding of how to grow successful tech businesses. He then served as President of Integrated Color Solutions, further sharpening his leadership and operational skills. Today, Jeffrey is the co-founder and Managing Director of Laconia Capital Group, a seed-stage venture firm backing companies in enterprise SaaS, fintech, health tech, e-commerce, and martech. Laconia takes a hands-on approach—offering operational guidance, sales acceleration, and capital strategy—to help founders scale with intention. Jeffrey and his team work closely with entrepreneurs to refine business models, strengthen go-to-market strategies, and drive sustainable growth. Outside of Laconia, Jeffrey co-founded 3SE Holdings, focused on Web3 technologies, and Proteus Collection, an art investment platform. He also serves as a senior advisor to AutoFi, an automotive fintech platform, and sits on the board of Propensity. He’s an active observer for several portfolio companies, including Marpipe, WeStock, Trestle, and Tender. Mentorship is core to his ethos—he regularly holds open office hours to support founders and early-stage operators. Jeffrey’s philanthropic work includes co-founding Friends of the Lake, a grassroots organization protecting Lake Lillinonah in Litchfield County, CT, and serving as a longtime board member and former president of Project Morry, both organizations rooted in youth leadership and environmental preservation. Jeffrey lives in New York City and is a proud father of three grown children.