Ivan Smiljanic, OLY

Ivan Smiljanic, OLY, is a seasoned Partner at Innovation Properties Group, Inc. (IPG) with over nine years of experience providing top-notch commercial real estate services to innovative clients.

With a background in sales, negotiation, and coaching, Ivan excels in delivering successful solutions to a wide range of clients from tech start-ups to leading research companies.

Passionate about supporting visionary entrepreneurs and impactful institutions, Ivan aims to drive innovation and discovery in society.

As a Co-Founder of Focus Innovation Studio and a Venture Advisor at Anthropocene Ventures, Ivan plays a vital role in nurturing the entrepreneurial landscape in the Bay Area.

He co-founded a collaborative studio to promote creativity and teamwork among scientists, artists, and founders, while also investing in companies applying exponential technologies for societal resilience.

An Olympian and former rower for UC Berkeley and the Serbian National Team, Ivan brings the same fervor, commitment, and team spirit to his professional ventures.

Ivan Smiljanic holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Political Science from the University of California, Berkeley.

His past roles include Venture Advisor at Anthropocene Ventures, Co-Founder at Focus Innovation Studio SF, Vice President at Friends of Cal Crew, Territory Sales Manager and Business Development Representative at Riverbed Technology, Varsity Assistant Crew Coach at Cal Men's Crew - UC Berkeley, and Athlete - Rowing at UC Berkeley / National Team.