Eric Berry

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DISC Type : ci

Managing Partner, Cofounder at Averin

New York, New York, United States

Overview

Eric Berry is the co-managing partner and cofounder of Averin, an investment firm focused on healthcare technology. Previously, he was the CEO and cofounder of the ad-tech platform TripleLift, which he scaled and sold for over $1. 4 billion. He holds both Bachelors and Masters degrees in computer science from MIT.

Eric co-founded his current firm, Averin, with his brother David, stemming from a shared passion for technology and medicine that began while working together in a college biology lab. During the pandemic, he prioritized family time, ensuring he ate every meal with his family under a strict no-phones-at-the-table policy.

Unique fact: Eric led his company TripleLift to a $1. 4 billion exit having only raised less than $17 million in outside capital.

Personality Overview

Assertive

Curious

Example Seeker

They ask a lot of questions and rely heavily on information and collaterals.  They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing. They are generally good communicators and can be hard to convince.

Topics They Care About

Healthcare Investing
His current firm, Averin, focuses on the intersection of technology and life sciences, believing technology can transform every major touchpoint in healthcare.
AI in Healthcare
As an MIT-trained AI engineer, he is focused on how AI is reshaping healthcare, with specific interests in surgical robotics, pathology, and precision medicine.
Capital-Efficient Growth
He has direct experience scaling a startup to a billion-dollar outcome with minimal venture funding, demonstrating a focus on sustainable and efficient growth.

Media Appearances

5 Questions with Averin Capital's Eric Berry. Featured in NVNG

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Eric Berry - Managing Partner, Cofounder at Averin Capital | The Org. Featured in The Org

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Work History

2024
Managing Partner, Cofounder at Averin
1-2023
Board Member at Extern
10-2022 - 2025
Board Member at TripleLift
3-2020 - 4-2026
Board Member at TVision
2012 - 10-2022
CEO, Cofounder at TripleLift

Education

2002 - 2004
Masters of Engineering from Massachusetts Institute of Technology
1999 - 2003
B.S. from Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Exp : 18 Location : New York, New York, United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : Managing Partner, Cofounder at Averin
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Insights For Selling To Eric

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Help them understand the risk aspect fully while inspiring confidence
  • Help them realize that there is no personal risk in making this decision
  • Share testimonials from known people and give multiple examples of product value

DONT's

  • Don’t try to rush them into a decision, provide all necessary information first
  • Don’t be too objective but make sure to pad your storytelling with data points
  • Don’t brush off any concerns, take all questions seriously

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Eric is

  • Proven value, strong testimonials are important for them, rapport can impact decisions a little.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Eric

  • They are practical and friendly, don't expect a clear-cut response often.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Eric move?

  • They like to perform full analysis and can take time to make any decision.
  • Can Eric take some risk or not?

  • They weigh all decisions systematically and are unlikely to take many risks.

You And Eric

Personality Compatibility


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