Mark Grinev
Head of Growth | Venture Builder | Entrepreneur
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Joined August 2025
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Summary
Mark Grinev is a dynamic growth leader with a proven track record in sales, demonstrated by achieving his first 7-figure year in sales in 2024. He currently spearheads growth initiatives as the Head of Growth at Lazer Technologies. linkedin+1
Beyond his corporate role, Mark is an active venture builder and investor. He operates Day by Day Ventures, has run five syndicates investing in early tech companies and a restaurant, and has seeded projects like Good Start Labs through Grinev Capital. His engagement extends to frequent travel across North America to connect with founders and investors. linkedin+2
Mark exhibits a keen interest in emerging technologies and innovative business models, particularly within the crypto and Web3 space. He has implemented USDC payments at a Toronto coffee shop, which he described as pioneering in Canada, and frequently discusses related topics on social media. nitter+1
He is an entrepreneurial individual with plans to open a new restaurant called "Everyside" in Toronto. This project, along with his past experience working in an Amazon warehouse during his undergrad, showcases a diverse background and hands-on approach to business. linkedin
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An avid reader, particularly of books on entrepreneurship, growth, and venture capital, as listed on his personal website. markgrinev
Enjoys traveling, having made 15 trips across North America to meet founders and investors in 2024. linkedin
Plays pickleball, noting it as the fastest-growing sport in North America and suggesting an AI pickleball coach. x
Interests include crypto and Web3, including accepting USDC payments at a coffee shop. nitter+1
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