Jonathan Liem

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DISC Type : csd

Co-Founder at Nex AI

United States

Overview

Jonathan is the Co-Founder and CEO of Nex AI, a company focused on providing fresh, live data for AI agents and enterprise systems. His diverse background includes go-to-market strategy, developing a $77M ARR aviation route for a diplomat, and scouting deep tech startups for venture capitalists. He graduated top of his cohort from Ngee Ann Polytechnic.

His personal interests lie at the intersection of future-forward technologies and societal structures. He is passionate about a wide range of subjects including geospatial intelligence, quantum computing, space edge computing, and journalism. Colleagues describe him as someone who takes initiative and is eager to learn.

Unique fact: He was headhunted by Palantir but turned down the opportunity to found Nex AI instead.

Personality Overview

Fast But Analytical

Hard To Convince

Quality Focused

They have a unique set of diverse traits where they are decisive and methodical but can sometimes be extra cautious and skeptical  They are not very likely to become strong advocates of your product or service They focus on the results, but can still be quite procedural and analytical about how to get there

Topics They Care About

AI Data Infrastructure
His company, Nex AI, is built to solve the problem of getting fresh, live data into AI agents and enterprise systems from any source.
Go-to-Market Strategy
He has extensive experience leading GTM and growth, setting meetings with major corporations like Blackrock and Toyota, and occasionally offers GTM consulting.
Deep Tech Investing
As a scout for over 50 VCs, he actively seeks out and evaluates deep tech startups, indicating a keen interest in funding groundbreaking technology.

Media Appearances

Jonathan has no verified media appearances

Work History

10-2023
Co-Founder at Nex AI
4-2025
Scout at Various Startups
8-2025 - 10-2025
GTM & Growth at Kubegrade
3-2023 - 8-2023
PM/COS - Diplomat's Office at Mentorship Under Diplomat & Serial Entrepreneur
4-2022 - 6-2023
Co-Founder (GTM & Growth) at Failed Startup

Education

Almost dropped out and graduated top of cohort. (4.0/4.0) from Ngee Ann Polytechnic
N&W Season 5 from buildspace

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Exp : 3 Location : United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : Co-Founder at Nex AI
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Insights For Selling To Jonathan

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Help them see both - the ‘big picture’ impact and the ROI of the investment
  • Be prepared for comments or questions that are critical of your product or your claims
  • Showcase how you can impact results but also make sure that you share detailed information too

DONT's

  • Avoid self-deprecating references or general informality, it could decrease their trust in you
  • Avoid inviting them for any social interactions until you have built some rapport with them
  • Don’t nudge them to do something by using the logic that others have done the same

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Jonathan is

  • ROI matters the most to them, followed by process and finally proof of results
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jonathan

  • They might hesitate a little, but will go ahead and say no when necessary (or asked)

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Jonathan move?

  • They are unlikely to move very fast, especially when it comes to new products or services
  • Can Jonathan take some risk or not?

  • They have relatively low risk-appetite and are not very likely to go for something unproven and risky

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Personality Compatibility


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