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Peter Buhl
Founder/CEO at CalUp
Peter Buhl is a seasoned entrepreneur, operating executive, and investor with extensive experience in the startup ecosystem. He is currently the Founder and CEO of CalUp, a company he established in September 2020.1 CalUp is a platform that revolutionizes wedding planning by providing personalized itineraries and updates to keep guests and wedding party members informed and engaged.1
Professional Background
Peter's career spans various sectors, including consumer, enterprise, semiconductor, and financial industries. Some of his notable roles include:
- Founder/CEO at CalUp (2020-present)1
- Co-Founder & Director at Beeline Connect, Inc. (2019-present)1
- Founder of KOIP Ventures (2019-present)1
- General Partner & Co-Founder at BlueRun Ventures (1998-2011)1
- Chief Operating Officer & Board Member at AppCentral (2011-2013)1
Investment Experience
With over a decade of experience as a General Partner at BlueRun Ventures, Peter has been involved in early-stage investments in prominent companies such as PayPal, LocationLabs (acquired by Avast), and Like.com (acquired by Google).1
Education and Early Career
Peter holds a BS in Business Administration with a focus on Accounting & Operations Research from the University of California, Berkeley.1 He began his career as a CPA at Price Waterhouse from 1986 to 1990, where he gained valuable experience working with various technology and industrial companies.1
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Throughout his career, Peter has demonstrated his entrepreneurial spirit by founding and co-founding several companies:
- CalUp (2020): A platform that streamlines wedding planning and guest communication1
- Beeline Connect (2013): A SaaS platform connecting consumers and bicycle brands to independent retailers1
- KOIP Ventures (2019): An angel investment firm focusing on early-stage startups1
Peter Buhl's diverse background in entrepreneurship, venture capital, and executive leadership positions him as a valuable figure in the startup ecosystem, particularly in the San Francisco Bay Area.
