Hi, I'm Brian Rabben - 🦊🤖🤓 #DeepTech #Hardware #Investor
I'm driven by investing in groundbreaking US-based DeepTech hardware startups, channeling my growth expertise to empower visionary founders. I thrive when connecting with and nurturing the next generation of American innovation.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Led growth and marketing initiatives at Headspace Inc. and UWorld, driving customer acquisition and profitable growth.
Founding Partner at Rabben Hood Ventures, focusing on investing in early-stage US-based DeepTech hardware startups.
Can help others by providing early-stage investment for US-based DeepTech hardware companies and offering strategic guidance.
🚀 Career trajectory
Early Career in Growth Marketing
Developed a strong foundation in digital marketing, customer acquisition, and strategy at companies like Headspace Inc. and UWorld, driving significant growth.
✦ Digital Marketing
✦ Growth Strategies
✦ Customer Acquisition
Non-Profit Financial Management
Transitioned to a role managing financial operations as Treasurer for the Hawaii Vipassana Association, demonstrating commitment and organizational skills.
✦ Finance
✦ Management
✦ Non-Profit
DeepTech Hardware Investment
Founded Rabben Hood Ventures to focus on early-stage, US-based DeepTech hardware startups, leveraging a unique investment thesis and values-driven approach.
✦ Venture Capital
✦ Hardware
✦ DeepTech
✦ Investor
💪🏻 Superpowers
DeepTech Hardware Investor
Focusing on US-based early-stage ventures with strong ethical alignment.
✦ Invests exclusively in US-based, early-stage DeepTech hardware startups.
✦ Unapologetically evangelizes and invests in companies embodying western values.
✦ Leverages experience from growth roles to identify high-potential founders.
Growth & Marketing Strategist
Proven ability to drive customer acquisition and market expansion.
✦ Led growth and marketing initiatives at Headspace Inc. and UWorld.
✦ Expertise in digital marketing, online advertising, and conversion optimization.
✦ Skilled in developing and executing effective marketing strategies.
Organizational Steward
Dedicated to financial and operational health of non-profits.
✦ Served as Treasurer for the Hawaii Vipassana Association.
✦ Managed financial operations and ensured fiscal responsibility.
✦ Contributed to the sustainable operations of a non-profit entity.
I'm excited about
✦ Discovering and investing in groundbreaking US-based DeepTech hardware startups.
✦ Connecting with visionary founders building the future of American innovation.
✦ Exploring strategic partnerships that amplify the impact of novel technologies.
I can help with
✦ Provide early-stage investment for US-based DeepTech hardware companies.
✦ Offer strategic guidance on growth, marketing, and market entry.
✦ Connect founders with a network of industry experts and potential collaborators.
I would love your help on
✦ Identifying promising DeepTech hardware startups before they gain significant traction.
✦ Insights into emerging technological trends within the US hardware landscape.
✦ Introductions to entrepreneurs with exceptional vision and execution capabilities.
