Dylan Itzikowitz

Dylan Itzikowitz is a Principal at South Park Commons, based in New York City.13 He is an experienced investor and entrepreneur with a focus on early-stage startups and community building.

Professional Experience

Current Role: Dylan currently serves as a Principal at South Park Commons, where he works to help scale the SPC NYC office and invest in early-stage companies.3 He joined the organization in 2024.6

Previous Positions:

• Expa: Prior to joining South Park Commons, Dylan spent three years as an early-stage investing Principal at Expa in New York City.23 He was promoted to Principal in April 2023 after joining as an Associate in 2021.2
• Founders Factory: Before Expa, Dylan worked as an Investment Associate in London from July 2019 to February 2021.1
• The Bakery: He held a position as an Investment Associate in London from January to July 2019.1

Entrepreneurial Experience

Dylan co-founded The Forward Movement, a non-profit organization in Ontario, Canada, from January 2017 to January 2019.1 The initiative focused on promoting accessibility and inclusion for people with different abilities, earning recognition from the Canadian government.

Education

• Master of Science in Social Innovation & Entrepreneurship (2017)4
• Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government (2012-2016)4
• International Exchange in Politics and International Relations (2014-2015)4

Community Involvement

Dylan is known for his active involvement in the startup ecosystem, particularly in New York City. He regularly hosts meetups, dinners, and events, engaging thousands of people in the startup community.35 His ability to build relationships and connect people has been praised by founders and colleagues alike.2

Personal Background

Originally from Canada, Dylan is described as a proud Canadian, a trait that becomes evident shortly after meeting him.3 His diverse experiences across North America and Europe have contributed to his global perspective in the startup and investment world.