The Smile Identity Mafia
8 people came through Smile Identity and went on to found or lead other companies.
Michael DAngeloDirector of EngineeringFounded Matroid +2Catalin VossChief Scientist (Consulting)Founded Ello +1Kiaan PillayHead of PartnershipsFounded Stitch +1Ike EzeNon Executive DirectorFounded AjoCardPardon MakumbeBoard MemberFounded CRE Venture CapitalPaul Kwesi DamalieHead International ExpansionFounded AppruveMark StraubFounded Smile IdentityWilliam BaresFounded Smile Identity
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Smile Identity mafia?
- The Smile Identity mafia is the network of 8 people who came through Smile Identity and went on to found or lead other companies, including Matroid, Ello, Stitch, AjoCard, CRE Venture Capital.
- Who is in the Smile Identity mafia?
- Notable members include Michael DAngelo (Matroid), Catalin Voss (Ello), Kiaan Pillay (Stitch), Ike Eze (AjoCard), Pardon Makumbe (CRE Venture Capital), Paul Kwesi Damalie (Appruve), Mark Straub (Smile Identity), William Bares (Smile Identity).
- What companies did Smile Identity alumni found?
- Companies founded by Smile Identity alumni include Matroid, Ello, Stitch, AjoCard, CRE Venture Capital, Appruve, Smile Identity.





