Zach Waterfield

Zach Waterfield is an engineer based in Toronto, Canada, currently working at PostHog. He has a strong background in software development and engineering management, having held various roles in early and growth-stage companies.

Professional Background

• Current Role: Engineer at PostHog, where he contributes to building and improving the company's product offerings. He has expressed admiration for the company's transparency and commitment to its values.34

• Entrepreneurial Ventures: Zach co-founded Zettlor in October 2022, focusing on innovative solutions in the tech space. He also co-founded Kopa, a rental platform that went through Y Combinator and expanded significantly across the U.S. before he stepped back in August 2020 to pursue other opportunities.23

• Investment Activities: He is involved in venture capital as a Venture Partner at Ripple Ventures and has made over 50 investments in various startups, particularly in devtools, AI, and B2B SaaS sectors. He also runs an investment syndicate on AngelList.13

• Previous Experience: Zach has held several engineering and leadership roles, including Engineering Lead at On Deck, where he helped launch products aimed at connecting top talent with opportunities. He has also worked with various startups, advising them on engineering and operational strategies.23

Personal Interests

Zach enjoys traveling, coding, and engaging with passionate individuals in the tech community. He is also preparing for his first triathlon and organizes events for founders in Toronto, including a poker game aimed at fostering connections among entrepreneurs.23