
Jeffrey Silverman
Operator‑turned‑investor — Partner at Laconia; early‑stage investor & mentor
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New York, New York
Joined February 2025
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Summary
Operator‑turned‑investor with deep experience scaling early digital media and adtech businesses. Silverman spent several senior years at DoubleClick leading US media and global sales teams, then ran Integrated Color Solutions before transitioning into venture investing; that operational background shapes his investor approach—helping portfolio companies on GTM, sales and growth strategy. laconiacapitalgroup+3
Active board member and advisor in adtech, martech and commerce tech—has supported multiple startups through board roles and advisory engagements and participated in at least one notable exit (PromoteIQ → Microsoft). His Laconia bio and portfolio posts highlight hands‑on board involvement and post‑investment operational support. laconiacapitalgroup+2
Entrepreneurial operator and product leader: as CEO of Integrated Color Solutions he led R&D and partnerships around color‑accurate monitor proofing and online proofing products, securing strategic relationships and financing while positioning the company within graphic/printing workflows. globenewswire+1
Teacher and mentor to the next generation: Silverman participates in Tulane’s venture education (teaching the Venture Capital & Angel Investing course) and serves as an Innovator‑in‑Residence, reflecting a hands‑on commitment to student mentorship and experiential education. tulane+1
Community and philanthropy oriented: beyond investing, he is active with local nonprofits and community organizations (Project Morry, Friends of the Lake), and frequently emphasizes mentorship and community engagement in his public biography. laconiacapitalgroup+1
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Coaching youth sports and active involvement with local nonprofits (Project Morry, Friends of the Lake); frequently cited as volunteering and community participation. laconiacapitalgroup+1
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MBMoshe Bellowssaid they've seen
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make a real difference for enterprise tech companies through their investments.Nov 11, 2025
CACraig Aronsaid they've seen
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make a strong positive impact on portfolio company support or operations at their VC firm.Oct 23, 2025
MAMurat Aktihanoglusaid
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is one of the most effective family office or institutional investors they've worked with in the venture space.Oct 16, 2025
JAJonathan Axelrodsaid that if they were seeking a partner at a VC fund to back their company,
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would be one of their top picks.Oct 16, 2025
DKDmitry Koltunovsaid
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is one of the most insightful venture capitalists they know.Oct 2, 2025