Shahab "Sean" Samimi

Senior Product Manager | ex-Nordstrom | ex-VC Investor | Enterprise Software | ERP | FinTech | SaaS | Oracle

📍 United States🔄 Updated July 2026💼 5 investments📅 7 years investing🗓 Last invested Jan 2022
VC🌍 United States
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Late stage
7y
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Senior Product Manager & Investor
2022
Alt Ventures is a Venture Capital Firm registered with the Federal Government of Canada as a Designated Organization. At Alt Ventures, were dedicated to propelling innovation and fostering growth in the dynamic landscape of technology and disruptive industries. With a steadfast commitment to identifying and nurturing groundbreaking ventures, we empower visionary entrepreneurs and forward-thinking businesses to reach their full potential. Our Approach: 🚀 Pioneering Investments: We leverage our extensive experience and industry insights to identify high-potential startups and innovative enterprises. 🔍 Thorough Due Diligence: Rigorous analysis and strategic evaluation form the bedrock of our investment decisions, ensuring sound and promising opportunities. 💡 Hands-On Support: Beyond funding, we provide hands-on mentorship, strategic guidance, and access to our vast network to drive sustainable growth.
Investor
Feb 2021
Kraken helps people own the power of their money. Founded in 2011, were one of the worlds longest-standing crypto platforms, now offering crypto, stocks, futures, staking, payments and more. Trusted by millions of institutions, professional traders, and consumers across 190+ countries. Built on the belief that everyone should own the power of their money, Kraken has been a category leader in crypto since 2011. Weve grown into a global financial platform offering crypto, stocks, futures, staking, payments and institutional infrastructure — all on a single foundation built for the future of finance. Our product lineup: — Kraken: the worlds leading hybrid investment platform, built for the future of finance from the ground up — Kraken Pro: the all-in command center that unleashes your trading potential — Krak: the next-generation money platform that turns every type of asset into usable money Proof of Reserves since 2014. Assets held 1:1. Trusted by 13M+ people, thousands of institutions, and a growing community of developers building on Kraken rails. Our mission: accelerate the global adoption of crypto so everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. Risk Disclosure: https://www.kraken.com/en-ca/social-media-disclosure
Investor
Apr 2019
7 Gate Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Vancouver, Canada and Silicon Valley, investing in early-stage startups from Seed to pre-Series A in the Technology industry, with a sector focus on Software, SaaS, Cloud Services, Marketplaces, Mobile Apps and Solutions, Big Data/Analytics, Blockchain, Fintec, and HealthTech. Assembled by a group of serial entrepreneurs specializing in tech, operational expertise, venture capital, 7 Gate Ventures brings key industry connections, decades of international venture-building experience and foresight to effectively strategize, mentor and scale new businesses.
Board Observer
Mar 2019
Stay22 is a travel tech leader helping publishers turn their audience’s travel intent into a new revenue stream. Our machine learning solutions personalize the travel booking experience, boosting engagement without compromising on user experience or site real estate. We empower over 3,000 global partners, driving incremental revenue and delivering over $500 million in gross merchandise value in 2024. We work with all major online travel agencies, from Booking.com to Expedia, giving publishers access to an inventory of millions of monetizable listings. Our suite of tools is designed to optimize RPM through seamless, non-disruptive integrations. By unlocking revenue that complements existing streams, we help publishers scale effectively while maintaining a quality user experience. Discover how Stay22 can help you maximize revenue while enhancing the journey for your audience.
Board Observer
Jan 2019
Roomvu is an online platform that offers realtors, like yourself, ready-made videos. Our video library ranges from market updates and submarket updates to neighbourhood bio videos and tips for homeowners. The data featured in every video is pulled from regional board affiliations and local news sources, so it’s credible and geographically relevant. Each video also includes your headshot and contact information.
early stageReal Estate
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2023
Strategic Advisor
Apr 2023
Transforming Wealth Through Strategic Venture Capital, Multifamily Real Estate, and Premier Development Projects. Our focus is to ensure the accumulation and preservation of our clients’ wealth through strategic investment opportunities, innovative solutions, and disciplined financial stewardship.
2022
Senior Product Manager & Investor
2022
Alt Ventures is a Venture Capital Firm registered with the Federal Government of Canada as a Designated Organization. At Alt Ventures, were dedicated to propelling innovation and fostering growth in the dynamic landscape of technology and disruptive industries. With a steadfast commitment to identifying and nurturing groundbreaking ventures, we empower visionary entrepreneurs and forward-thinking businesses to reach their full potential. Our Approach: 🚀 Pioneering Investments: We leverage our extensive experience and industry insights to identify high-potential startups and innovative enterprises. 🔍 Thorough Due Diligence: Rigorous analysis and strategic evaluation form the bedrock of our investment decisions, ensuring sound and promising opportunities. 💡 Hands-On Support: Beyond funding, we provide hands-on mentorship, strategic guidance, and access to our vast network to drive sustainable growth.
2021
Investor
Feb 2021
Kraken helps people own the power of their money. Founded in 2011, were one of the worlds longest-standing crypto platforms, now offering crypto, stocks, futures, staking, payments and more. Trusted by millions of institutions, professional traders, and consumers across 190+ countries. Built on the belief that everyone should own the power of their money, Kraken has been a category leader in crypto since 2011. Weve grown into a global financial platform offering crypto, stocks, futures, staking, payments and institutional infrastructure — all on a single foundation built for the future of finance. Our product lineup: — Kraken: the worlds leading hybrid investment platform, built for the future of finance from the ground up — Kraken Pro: the all-in command center that unleashes your trading potential — Krak: the next-generation money platform that turns every type of asset into usable money Proof of Reserves since 2014. Assets held 1:1. Trusted by 13M+ people, thousands of institutions, and a growing community of developers building on Kraken rails. Our mission: accelerate the global adoption of crypto so everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. Risk Disclosure: https://www.kraken.com/en-ca/social-media-disclosure
2019
Investor
Apr 2019
7 Gate Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Vancouver, Canada and Silicon Valley, investing in early-stage startups from Seed to pre-Series A in the Technology industry, with a sector focus on Software, SaaS, Cloud Services, Marketplaces, Mobile Apps and Solutions, Big Data/Analytics, Blockchain, Fintec, and HealthTech. Assembled by a group of serial entrepreneurs specializing in tech, operational expertise, venture capital, 7 Gate Ventures brings key industry connections, decades of international venture-building experience and foresight to effectively strategize, mentor and scale new businesses.
Board Observer
Mar 2019
Stay22 is a travel tech leader helping publishers turn their audience’s travel intent into a new revenue stream. Our machine learning solutions personalize the travel booking experience, boosting engagement without compromising on user experience or site real estate. We empower over 3,000 global partners, driving incremental revenue and delivering over $500 million in gross merchandise value in 2024. We work with all major online travel agencies, from Booking.com to Expedia, giving publishers access to an inventory of millions of monetizable listings. Our suite of tools is designed to optimize RPM through seamless, non-disruptive integrations. By unlocking revenue that complements existing streams, we help publishers scale effectively while maintaining a quality user experience. Discover how Stay22 can help you maximize revenue while enhancing the journey for your audience.
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