Kabir Manek

Executive Search for High-Growth Tech 🚀 | B2B SaaS GTM Specialist | Senior Associate @ VDH Human Capital

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I am a Senior Associate at VON DER HEYDEN Human Capital, specializing in executive search and GTM strategy for the DeepTech and VC-backed ecosystem.

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With a background in Engineering and Management, I sit at the intersection of technical innovation and commercial execution, driven by the belief that for DeepTech ventures, the "human engine" is just as critical as the underlying technology. My focus is on helping founders and investors de-risk their most ambitious projects by identifying the leadership capable of translating breakthrough science into scalable market leaders. This strategic approach is shaped by direct operational experience rather than a traditional recruitment background. Having recently navigated the GTM mechanics of a high-growth SaaS startup—scaling from $0 to $1M ARR—I have a first-hand understanding of the "Zero-to-One" journey and the operational friction involved in building a winning sales organization from scratch. I leverage this "builder’s perspective" to evaluate leadership not just on their credentials, but on their ability to solve the specific scaling challenges inherent in the commercialization of "hard things." I am particularly curious about how AI and machine intelligence are reshaping value creation in DeepTech and beyond. I am committed to supporting the teams and investors who are building the technical breakthroughs that define our future. Whether you are a DeepTech founder, a venture partner, or a fellow GTM strategist, I am always open to exchanging thoughts and exploring how technology and strategy come together to solve real business problems.