Mark Pavlyukovskyy

Mark is a serial entrepreneur with a strong focus on technology and education. He co-founded Piper, Inc., which developed a DIY computer kit using Minecraft to teach coding and engineering to children, ultimately shipping over 100,000 units and raising significant venture funding. He then moved on to co-found Learn With Mochi, continuing his work in educational technology with screenless coding solutions for young children. pavlyukovskyy+3

With a background in molecular biology from Princeton and a DPhil pursuit at Oxford in bioengineering, Mark combines scientific rigor with entrepreneurial drive. His early research experiences spanned diverse fields from microscopic worms and ocean acidification to cancer cells and neuroscience, giving him a broad understanding of experimental science. This scientific foundation informs his approach to problem-solving and innovation in technology. pavlyukovskyy+1

Mark is an active investor and general partner at NZVC, New Zealand's first operator-run fund. He leverages his Silicon Valley experience to bridge the gap between innovative New Zealand founders and larger markets in North America and Asia, aiming to empower Kiwi startups with global ambition. His decision to stay in New Zealand and invest in its emerging ecosystem highlights his belief in its potential. pavlyukovskyy+2

His work is often driven by a desire to unlock human potential and address real-world problems. This is exemplified by his global health work in Ghana, where he developed game-based educational methods for infectious disease prevention, as well as his continuous efforts to make technology and coding education accessible to children worldwide. pavlyukovskyy+1