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Brian Derickson

Former Investor at LDV Capital

Brooklyn, New York

Writes $350K – $1.2M checks · typically $775K

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About

Brian Derickson is an investor at IBM Ventures. Previously, he held multiple roles at early-stage companies where he contributed to product development, customer relationship management, and partner integration.

Experience

  1. IBMIBM Venturescurrent2025 — presentNew York, New York, United States
  2. IBMBusiness Development Executive, Research Investment Office (RIO)2024 — 2025New York, New York, United States
  3. LDV CapitalInvestment Analyst2021 — 2023New York, United States
  4. Government Brands, LLCHead of Implementations at Matterhorn (acquired by Government Brands)2020 — 2021Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
  5. Government Brands, LLCCustomer Success & Implementation Specialist2018 — 2020Ann Arbor, MI
  6. International House Ann ArborBoard Of Directors2016 — 2020Ann Arbor, MI
  7. Tango Down TacticalBusiness Operations Manager2015 — 2018Ann Arbor, MI

Skills & more

FinanceDeal Sourcing1Deal ManagementInvestor RelationsCompetitive AnalysisIntellectual PropertyDealer ManagementCommunicationAttention to DetailReasoning SkillsInvestmentsEnterprise Software
+12 moreCustomer RetentionDue DiligenceMarket ResearchFinancial ModelingFinancial AnalysisBusiness DevelopmentNonprofit OrganizationsStrategic ThinkingSoftware as a Service (SaaS)JSONAdobe Creative SuitePowerPoint
  • 2025 IBMer watsonx Challenge — IBM

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Investor at LDV Capital

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Brian Derickson?
Brian Derickson is an investor at IBM Ventures. Previously, he held multiple roles at early-stage companies where he contributed to product development, customer relationship management, and partner integration.
What check size does Brian Derickson write?
Brian Derickson typically writes checks of $350K – $1.2M.
Where did Brian Derickson go to school?
Brian Derickson studied at University of Michigan (Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), General Studies).

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