Ray Gibson

Ray Gibson is the Founder and CEO of Funded.club, a company that specializes in recruiting for startups.1 With over 25 years of business experience, including 9 years in startups, Ray has a diverse background that includes roles such as sales representative, recruiter, Head of HR, and even a stint as a rockstar.1

Professional Experience

Ray founded Funded.club in May 2019 and continues to lead the company as CEO.1 The company helps startups recruit and grow their teams efficiently, offering services such as investor readiness programs and cost-effective recruiting solutions.2 Under Ray's leadership, Funded.club has grown to an estimated annual revenue of $5.5 million with 34 employees.2

Previous Roles

Before Funded.club, Ray's career included:

• Co-founder & CEO of Bizzy Labs (2014-2019)
• Senior Recruiter at Zeebra Resource Solutions (2010-2014)
• HR Director for the CEE Region at Interoute Czech (2007-2008)
• Managing Director at Link Consulting (2001-2006)1

Achievements and Skills

Ray has achieved notable success in his career:

• Won the "Pitch for Watson" competition, becoming the first IBM Watson Ecosystem partner in The Netherlands1
• Led Bizzy Labs to win "Startup of the year" at the Computable awards in 20161

He is proficient in multiple languages, including Slovak, German, Czech, and English.1

Current Focus

In addition to his role at Funded.club, Ray serves as an Advisory Board Member for a stealth startup and mentors other entrepreneurs.1 He leverages his extensive experience in recruiting, HR, and startup operations to help founders build strong teams and navigate the challenges of growing a business.3

Personal Interests

Outside of work, Ray enjoys making music and videos, going on family adventures, and participating in triathlons.1 His diverse background and entrepreneurial spirit have shaped his approach to helping startups succeed through effective team building and recruitment strategies.