Troy is an entrepreneur and operator turn strategic investor with 10+ years vetting and scaling B2B technology companies. In his leadership roles, he supported $25m+ in AUM, increased EBITDA by $2.3m+, vetted 5k+ startups, and raised $20m+ for early stage investing.
He brings an exceptional background in venture capital, startup incubation, and operational leadership that directly supports MEDC’s growing innovation ecosystem and aligns with their strategic pillars around startup support, target industry growth, and economic impact.
He has served as Chief Operating Officer and Head of Mergers and Acquisition at People360, increasing EBITDA by $2.3 million and doubling the company’s valuation through strategic investments in emerging technologies. He also brings valuable experience as a Venture Partner at Hexa Global Ventures and a Principal at Tech Wildcatters VC, managing deal flow from over 1,000 startup applicants annually and coordinating investor relationships across venture funds, angel groups, and corporate partners. His startup credentials are further underscored by his time as Director at OffGridBox, where he secured millions in international development funding and built one of its first clean tech investment strategies.
With a degree in International Management and Applied Mathematics from Franklin University Switzerland, Troy combines global perspective, analytical rigor, and a proven track record of building scalable ventures. His leadership will be key to expanding MEDC Innovation Fund’s reach, enhancing the Plug and Play McKinney engagement, and elevating McKinney as a premier destination for technology-driven growth.
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