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Denis Kourakin
Executive Partner @ Silicon Valley Innovation Center
Denis Kourakin is an accomplished Executive Partner at Silicon Valley Innovation Center with extensive experience in entrepreneurship, investment, and innovation.2 He has over 12 years of experience as an entrepreneur and investor, having co-founded, invested in, and advised multiple early-stage companies across various industries and markets.2
Professional Background
- Current Role: Executive Partner at Silicon Valley Innovation Center (since October 2023)2
- Previous Positions:
- Chief Executive Officer at Silicon Valley Innovation Center (February 2020 - October 2023)2
- President and CEO at NGX Bio (January 2016 - October 2019)2
- Vice-President of Investments, Strategy, and Asset Management at PSN Group (2007 - 2011)2
- Director at Alfa Capital Partners (2005 - 2007)2
- Consultant and Associate at The Boston Consulting Group (1998 - 2005)2
- Auditor at Coopers and Lybrand (1997 - 1998)2
Education
- MBA from Stanford Business School
- BA with distinction in Government and International Relations from Cornell University
Areas of Expertise
Denis Kourakin's areas of expertise include strategy, mergers and acquisitions, investment management, and business development. He is passionate about fostering innovation, collaboration, and impact in the global ecosystem.23
Recent Activity
As of January 21, 2025, Denis Kourakin expressed excitement about continuing collaboration with the Saudi Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources on organizing immersion programs in Silicon Valley.1
