Joseph Lissak
Partner at Olive Tree Capital and experienced finance professional
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New York, New York, United States
Joined January 2026
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Joseph Lissak is a finance professional with a strong background in investment and private equity, progressing through roles from Associate to Partner at Olive Tree Capital. His experience includes venture capital and early-stage investment analysis. theorg+2
He has contributed thought leadership to the venture capital and startup ecosystem through articles on Medium. His writings focus on critical aspects for early-stage companies, including customer success frameworks and strategies for navigating seed funding rounds. medium+1
Beyond his finance career, Joseph Lissak has a background as an athlete, having played ice hockey during his high school years at The Taft School. eliteprospects+1
Work
Education
Writing
Establishing a Framework for Customer Success
February 1, 2020An article discussing the importance of customer success for early-stage founders, covering topics like choosing the right customers, metrics, aligning sales and customer success teams, and evolving tech stacks.
Navigating the New Landscape of Seed Rounds
February 1, 2020An article analyzing the changing landscape of seed funding, focusing on the implications of small vs. large check sizes, dilution, and the hands-on approach of seed funds for founders.
Hobbies
Joseph Lissak played ice hockey during his time at The Taft School. eliteprospects+1
Notes
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is one of the most thoughtful Private Equity or Venture Capital professionals they've worked with.Mar 9, 2026