Meet Joshua Krammes

Silicon Valley Advisor | Investor | Mentor

Joshua Krammes is a multifaceted professional with expertise in early-stage investment, strategy, community building, and business development. He possesses a remarkable ability to connect individuals and foster dynamic relationships. With extensive experience as an advisor and mentor for numerous early-stage startups, His diverse career encompasses roles in investment banking, politics, and serving on the boards of non-profit and private companies. He has had the privilege of guiding and shaping the journeys of countless entrepreneurs worldwide for nearly two decades. 

"You're more powerful when you empower."

Josh is a business builder and strategist with a passion for helping companies scale and succeed. The companies he has worked with or advised have collectively generated over $4 billion in exit value through acquisitions. With two decades of experience spanning early-stage investment, go-to-market strategy, business development, and ecosystem building, he specializes in:

Driving Growth & Innovation

The companies Josh has worked with or advised have collectively generated over $4 billion in exit value through acquisitions. His expertise spans:

• Early-Stage Investment – Advising startups and investors on capital strategies and scalable business models

• Growth Strategy – Defining and executing plans that drive revenue and market expansion

• Strategic Partnerships – Building high-value collaborations that unlock new opportunities

• Scaling Operations – Structuring and optimizing teams, processes, and market entry strategies

• Ecosystem Building – Cultivating networks that connect founders, investors, and industry leaders

• Helping Founders Build Winning Culture – Creating resilient, high-performing teams driven by mission and values

Josh’s impact extends beyond individual startups—his work strengthens entire innovation ecosystems, empowering entrepreneurs with the tools, resources, and relationships they need to succeed.

Professional Background

Josh has held leadership roles at StackPath, SoftLayer (IBM), Packet (Equinix), and MergerTech Advisors.

In these roles, he has led global community engagement, corporate strategy, startup programs, and high-growth initiatives, helping founders secure investment, drive adoption, and scale in competitive markets.

Advisory & Board Roles

Beyond working directly with startups, Josh serves as an advisor and board member for multiple companies. His approach is grounded in:

• Authentic, long-term relationship building – Creating connections that drive lasting success

• Community-driven growth – Building ecosystems that foster innovation and collaboration

• Championing underrepresented founders – Expanding access to capital, mentorship, and growth opportunities

A People-First Approach

Business is about people first—when relationships are prioritized, others are empowered, and impact is the focus, success naturally follows.

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