Rory Stirling

Inspirer
DISC Type : id

Partner at Connect Ventures

United Kingdom

Overview

Rory Stirling is a Partner at Connect Ventures, a London-based, seed-stage firm focused on product-led European startups. He is passionate about technology, leadership development, and is a self-described fintech nerd. His previous roles include co-founding Partner at BGF Ventures and Partner at MMC Ventures. He holds an MA in Economics from The University of Edinburgh.

Outside of work, Rory lives in London with his wife and daughter. He is an active person who enjoys spending time in the outdoors with friends and family, and loves to ski. Colleagues have described him as a hard worker who is always ready and willing to learn.

He once founded his own startup and, after it didnt gain enough traction, returned more than half the money he raised to his angel investors.

Personality Overview

Confident & Optimistic

Charming & Persuasive

Decisive

They usually prefer to drive the conversation.  They don’t mind taking a stand if they believe in something. They respond well to objective pitches but also attach some value to relationships.

Topics They Care About

Fintech Investing
He is a self-proclaimed "fintech nerd" and spends most of his time learning about and investing in the fintech space at the seed stage.
Product-led Growth
Connect Ventures is a product-focused firm, and his bio highlights his focus on product-led companies solving hard problems that users love.
European Startups
His firm, Connect Ventures, invests across Europe. His recent social media activity shows a specific interest in emerging ecosystems like Belgium.

Media Appearances

Rory Stirling, ex-BGF Ventures, has joined London seed VC Connect Ventures. Featured in TechCrunch

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Rory Stirling - Connect Ventures | Elevating Founders Speaker. Featured in Elevating Founders

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Work History

12-2018
Partner at Connect Ventures
7-2015 - 6-2018
Partner at BGF Ventures
3-2009 - 6-2015
Partner at MMC Ventures
10-2007 - 2-2009
Founder at Whatplans.com
6-2006 - 9-2007
Analyst at Greenhill & Co.

Education

2002 - 2006
MA (Hons) from The University of Edinburgh

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Exp : 19 Location : United Kingdom Job Level : N/A Designation : Partner at Connect Ventures
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Insights For Selling To Rory

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Look like someone who is on top of their game
  • Clearly address the competitive aspects
  • Focus on the big picture and the strategic value of your product

DONT's

  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine
  • Don’t be very informal even if they are being so themselves
  • Don’t keep repeating the same information, it could make them impatient

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Rory is

  • Product value plays a big role, followed by relationship and a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Rory

  • If they do not firmly believe in you, they will refuse without hesitation.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Rory move?

  • They can take fast decisions if they develop conviction in the product and find you trustworthy.
  • Can Rory take some risk or not?

  • They have the capability of taking risky decisions if necessary.

You And Rory

Personality Compatibility


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