Erik Popaja

"Erik has been great to work with. He is super thoughtful on a wide range of topics and always willing to help. He has a great network of operators and VCs and is always willing to connect people!"

"I can't thank Erik enough for the incredible support he provided during our fundraising journey. Out of nowhere in February 2025, he stepped in and took the time to really understand our startup. He connected me with top VCs around the world and offered invaluable financial advice that helped us refine our pitch. His guidance was key in helping us achieve a 9-figure valuation for our seed round. What stands out the most is that he did all of this without asking for anything in return. I truly believe we wouldn't be where we are today without his help."

"The quality of potential co-founder and founding team introductions Erik has managed to provide me has significantly surpassed that of any institutional investor (including the household name multi-stage giants). He's also been a fantastic sounding board. Thank you, Erik!"

"Erik was instrumental in connecting me with Tier 1 VCs, opening doors I wouldn't have reached on my own. The introductions were high-impact, thoughtful, and completely no-strings-attached—a rare and invaluable gesture in the startup world. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for meaningful investor connections."

"Having known Erik since my 2019 fundraising efforts with Trusted Health, he was one of my first calls when I launched my new company. Navigating a pre-seed round can be disorienting, and Erik's support provided a much-needed sense of balance and direction. He has been incredibly helpful in cementing our approach and connecting us with the right people. Beyond his professional value, he is a truly good person, and I'm grateful to have him as part of this journey."

"I was shocked at how quickly Erik understood where I was at after meeting me for the first time for 20 minutes. He made 7 intros to heavy hitting ex-founders/execs after. Crazy!"

"Erik's has found a unique niche as the 'super connector' between founders and investors. It's going to make him an incredibly valuable investor in the future. He helped make a bunch of helpful intros during our raise, which makes me want to keep going back to him in future rounds!"

"Working with Erik has been transformative for Glīd. It's not just about introductions, he genuinely understands the early-stage funding challenges founders face and proactively finds solutions. He's opened doors to key industry partnerships and provided invaluable strategic guidance that's directly impacted our market penetration growth. What sets Erik apart is his passion and unwavering commitment to our success. He's not just a connector; he's a true advocate."

"Erik is the rare combination of well-liked, well-connected, and out-of-his-way helpful. He has carved out a real profile as 'the connector' between companies and capital—and by extension, founders and their grand ambitions. Thank you!"

"Erik has been a rockstar in helping us connect with just the right people who truly 'get' the market we're in. His impressive network and knack for introducing us to folks with valuable insights and opportunities have made a big difference for us. We're incredibly thankful for the support, guidance, and all-around awesomeness he's brought to the table throughout this journey!"