Atomic | Team

Jack Abraham

Managing Partner & CEO

Jack Abraham is the Managing Partner and CEO of Atomic, and is a pioneer of Atomic's now popular studio fund model for exclusively investing in companies founded at the firm.

Through Atomic, Jack has founded 2 of the 10 fastest growing companies (based on a recent study of Silicon Valley startups) – Hims & Hers and Bungalow. Hims & Hers was the second fastest company to achieve a $1B valuation in US history and recently announced an intent go public at a $1.6B pre-money valuation with Oaktree’s SPAC just three years after launch.

Jack previously exited his first company Milo to eBay when he was 24 years old, and has been an investor in several companies that went on to achieve valuations in excess of $1B including Pinterest, Postmates (where he gave the founders the idea for the company), Uber and Flatiron Health.

Jack attended the Wharton School as a Joseph Wharton Scholar where he designed his own major in Technological Entrepreneurship.

Chester Ng

General Partner

Chester is a General Partner at Atomic.

What inspires you?

Founders

What accomplishment are you most proud of?

Growing my family 4x over the past decade, by adding a wife and two daughters

What are you happiest doing?

Enjoying incredible food with incredible people

What did you want to be when you grew up?

A basketball player

What's the best career advice you've ever received?

Join Atomic

What skills or talents do you have that most people don't know about?

Rapping — I recorded an 8-track CD (yep, I'm old) in college, won a talent show in high school. Rock paper scissors — I won a charity tournament in 2013, and got to hold one of those massive fake checks

What sparked your interest in the world of entrepreneurship?

More who than what — full credit (blame?) to my big bro's for sparking my interest in entrepreneurship, from seeding my basketball card business as a kid to enabling me to watch them create successful and inspiring products and businesses.

What have you learned during your time at Atomic?

How inefficient and unoptimized company creation the "textbook" (or sometimes "storybook") way of starting a company is. The founder in a garage or coffee shop is glamourized, but it's actually incredibly lonely and inefficient, with so much time and capital wasted either working on the wrong ideas or reinventing the wheel over and over on very repeatable, programmatic parts of company building. I was once the founder in that coffee shop.

Why did you decide to join Atomic?

Because I'm so addicted to entrepreneurship, I wanted to go from serial to parallel.

Kristin Schaefer

General Partner

Kristin is a General Partner at Atomic.

What inspires you?

My kiddos! Hawk, James (girl) and Ford.

What accomplishment are you most proud of?

Doing it all: friends, kiddos, work.

What's your superpower?

Endless endurance.

Where did you grow up and how did that shape you as a person?

I grew up outside of Boston and went to middle and high school in Cambridge across the river from MIT and Harvard which gave me a massive respect for education and intellect. My dad was a physicist and my mom was a designer which has led to an equal appreciation for science and the arts.

What did you want to be when you grew up?

Archeologist

What's your building story?

Joined Postmates as the 10th employee and ultimately led the company's IPO process and multi-billion dollar sale to Uber. In eight years, got to ride a crazy wave: oversaw the company’s expansion into hundreds of new cities, led the launch of merchant, subscription and delivery-as-a-service programs, and raised nearly $1 billion.

Why did you decide to join Atomic?

No better place or time to build!

Justin Rubbo

CFO, Operating Partner

Justin focuses on financial strategy and operations for the funds, management company and early-stage companies. He is responsible for financial reporting, audits, tax planning and budgeting.

What inspires you?

My family.

What are you happiest doing?

Outside of playing with my kids, reading or listening to music.

What's your superpower?

Breaking down complex things into meaningful details and a narrative.

What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?

Be humble. Be coachable. Bring a notebook to every meeting.

What sparked your interested in the world of entrepreneurship?

I have always wanted to go into business, but there is one moment that sticks out in my memory. My 5th grade class had a project that involved creating a product and selling it to the rest of the school. We had to write a business plan and then follow it up with an analysis of how our product did after the event. I was hooked from then on.

Why did you decide to join Atomic?

The people. I believe when you put great people and this model together, there will be incredible results. I wanted to be a part of that.

Atticus Honore

Chief Legal Officer, Operating Partner

Atticus is Chief Legal Officer and advises Atomic on all things legal, from company formation to fundraising.

Phillip Liu

Principal, Head of Healthcare

Phil leads healthcare company creation, bringing together people and ideas to solve for some of today's biggest challenges in healthcare.

What inspires you?

People with purpose and passion.

Where did you grow up and how did that shape you as a person?

Growing up as a first-generation immigrant shaped my belief that with the right mindset, anything is achievable.

What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?

If I die tomorrow, how should I spend my time today?

What sparked your interest in the world of entrepreneurship?

Helping my dad build his small business when I was 13 gave me my first taste of entrepreneurship. Two decades later, I still find myself most excited when building something from scratch.

Why do you believe in Atomic?

A culture that persistently attracts visionary game-changers.

Nat Disston

Chief of Staff, Operating Partner

Nat is the Chief of Staff to our Founder and CEO, Jack. He focuses on everything from new company creation to strategic planning and priorities.

What inspires you?

Those who are brave enough to question the status quo and build the future they want to live in.

What are you happiest doing?

Skiing, surfing, kite surfing, and anything else that involves moving fast. I'm also always reading a new book.

What's your superpower?

Learning... fast!

What's your building story?

When I was 13 I started building surfboards in my parents attic. I created my first website to market and sell them online. In college, I turned that into a DTC clothing brand, which led me to NYC after school where I got involved in the tech scene.

Why did you decide to join Atomic?

If you want to be great at something, surround yourself by those who do it best.

Sharon Winter

Principal

Sharon focuses on building Atomic’s early stage companies and is an expert at driving companies from idea to product market fit.

What inspires you?

Innovation

What are you happiest doing?

Listening to country music and my daily podcasts (My First Million, How I Built This, Acquired), biking, hiking, and cooking new recipes. Still, nothing sparks joy quite like a good brainstorming session!

What's your superpower?

Manifesting — only because it sounds more “super” than prototyping. Give me any idea, and I’ll manifest it into a prototype.

Where did you grow up and how did that shape you as a person?

“Where didn’t you grow up?” would be an easier question to answer. I am a dual citizen who moved 12 times by the age of 20. I live for adventure, am inspired by change, and am invigorated by diving into new communities everywhere I go.

What's the best career advice you've ever received?

There is no elevator to success.

What skills or talents do you have that most people don’t know about?

Please no photos or signature requests… I love physics and have always won popsicle bridge building competitions.

What's your building story?

After graduating from Carnegie Mellon, I immediately bootstrapped my first company “Hotpoint,” a design-forward photobooth, and grew it to 7 figure sales our first 18 months. What I loved most about it was building our first 100 products by hand and going nightclub to nightclub with a power drill in my purse to install them. Hotpoint was the first of many companies, in fact I built 8 of them before joining the Atomic team.

Why did you decide to join Atomic?

I decided to join Atomic because there is no “I” in team, and we play to win accordingly. Each person has a superpower, and that superpower is at the forefront of their roles and projects. We build at lightning speed, I swear we work in dog years. We are a community of hustlers that are invested in both our own work and the work of the collective. We relentlessly push through obstacles and have fun doing it. I found my tribe and my people.

Michael Stenclik

Vice President

Michael focuses on building companies from 0 to 1, and is constantly on the look out for exceptional people to found new companies.

What inspires you?

Helping others reach their potential.

What's your superpower?

Knowing what I don't know, but knowing I can figure it out.

Where did you grow up and how did that shape you as a person?

Buffalo, NY, the City of Good Neighbors. It's a city big enough to have a professional football team but small enough that most folks know each other. I learned at a young age that it's important to be there for each other and lend a helping hand when needed.

What sparked your interested in the world of entrepreneurship?

My grandfather started his own business in 1957, and my father runs it today. Work often came home to the family dinner table, where I learned about the highs and lows of running your own business.

What's your building story?

I co-founded Tend, the first dentist experience that people actually look forward to. From designing beautiful studios, to building digital workflows, training staff, and more, we redesigned every aspect of going to the dentist. Tend is now the largest dental practice in New York City and is growing quickly in cities across the country.

Ben Matlin

Operating Partner

Ben leads Revenue & Commercial Strategy across the portfolio companies. He accelerates growth by building and executing their go-to-market strategies and business models. He focuses on finding product-market-fit, scaling teams, and developing distribution channels to drive revenue.

What inspires you?

Winning.

What are you happiest doing?

Making my kids laugh, traveling with my wife, and enjoying a delicious meal.

What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?

It's not where you start, it's where you finish.

Why do you believe in Atomic?

The people and the talent we continue to attract.

Luke Sophinos

Operating Partner

Luke focuses on co-founding Vertical AI, Vertical Software, and AI Roll Up businesses within Atomic. He aims to identify underserved markets, build the early products, prove the company thesis, recruit world-class management teams, and then support them on their journey as they operate and scale category-defining companies.

What accomplishment are you most proud of?

I'm most proud of founding, scaling, and eventually selling my former business, Portico (FKA CourseKey). We started in a college dorm room, and scaled the business to a market leader. The journey was far from up and to the right, we endured so much — two large layoffs, the SVB bank run, huge customers churning, key employees leaving, nearly running out of money, COVID, etc. But through the help of so many, we persevered. It was the most difficult yet most rewarding 11 year run of my life!

What are you happiest doing?

I enjoy playing Padel in the South Florida sun, visiting Canyon Ranch to recharge every year, and spending time near the water with my fiancé Mallory, and, our wild Weiner dog Winston (aka Winny).

What did you want to be when you grew up?

The kid version of me wanted to play professional basketball. But high school rolled around, and let's just say the only thing I slammed was my pride after getting dunked on a few times :-). Still, basketball taught me to work hard when nobody’s watching, and I’m thankful for that grit, even if my vertical’s still stuck at "barely off the ground."

Why did you decide to join Atomic?

I met Jack Abraham (Atomic's Founder/CEO) through the Thiel Fellowship in 2015 and I remember talking to him about my business. I was discussing how we were aiming to go get our next few customers. He said to me, "forget the next few, how do you go get your next 100,000 customers?" I was blown away at how big he was thinking, and how small I was. That's a lesson and a mentality I've held onto ever since, and when I sold my last company I knew going big with Jack and the Atomic team was something that would be incredibly exciting.

Riley Donelson

VP, Design

Riley leads the in-house design team at Atomic – working alongside founders to test, launch, and grow new companies, and support existing teams across our portfolio. He has a background in engineering and product design, and has experience founding, working with, and advising dozens of startups.

What inspires you?

Seeing people succeed doing what they do best

Where did you grow up and how did that shape you as a person?

I grew up in Waterloo, Ontario, right across the road from the University of Waterloo where I later went to school. It's a town filled with hard working builders of all stripes, and is home to a tech scene that was growing rapidly just as I was entering the workforce. It shaped my understanding of the power of a strong community, and opened my eyes to opportunities around the world I wouldn’t have dreamed of.

What skills or talents do you have that most people don't know about?

I make a mean peach cobbler

What sparked your interest in entrepreneurship?

Playing music growing up was like a first startup, and got me excited about building and creating from a young age. Figuring out how to write, play, get gigs, design merch, make websites, etc — all of it fuelled the energy and DIY attitude that carried over into a love of computers, design, and working with small teams to start things from scratch.

What have you learned at Atomic?

Nothing is someone else’s problem; be helpful; energy and enthusiasm is powerful in a small team

Why did you join Atomic?

I was hooked on the people since I met the team in 2015 — I couldn’t believe I had come across such an astoundingly talented, interesting, and good hearted group. Still hooked!

Sarah Hashemyan

VP, People Operations

Sarah heads up the People function at Atomic, which consists of HR, Recruiting, IT, Administrative, and Programs. Sarah and her team provide service and support to the portfolio companies, and work closely with them develop their own people strategies.

What accomplishment are you most proud of?

I am most proud of my amazing team. Every single person is incredible, and insanely smart, and I’m so lucky they are a part of People Operations!

What's your superpower?

Staying cool under pressure. Working on so many different companies and projects can be hectic, but I'm able to stay calm through it all.

Where did you grow up and how did that shape you as a person?

I grew up in Stockton, California and it was such a melting pot of cultures and ethnic backgrounds, that it taught me to really value and appreciate diversity at such a young age.

What's the best career advice you've ever received?

When I got my first job out of college, I was told to always be confident and to have confidence in my work, my abilities, my experience, etc. I think this carries with me to this day, and it's something I want to empower my team to feel as well.

Why did you decide to join Atomic?

I loved the idea of working closely with Founders, CEOs, and being able to help them grow their companies, and make an impact from such an early-stage.

Allan Claghorn

Principal Engineer

Allan builds apps, APIs, websites, and prototypes for many of the Atomic companies. He works with the founders to design and build the features they need to successfully launch their projects. Allan also helps build engineering teams and manage the engineering projects.

What are you happiest doing?

Building things, not just software. I'm constantly working on projects and I always have something big being built. The thing that makes me happiest is the feeling I get when I finish a project.

Where did you grow up and how did that shape you as a person?

I grew up in silicon valley. I've been surrounded by technology since I was a kid and I've always been fascinated by the pace of innovation.

What did you want to be when you grew up?

I wanted to be a 3D animator. The creativity and art in the movie industry seemed like magic to me, and special effects and 3D animation was something I always wanted to do since I was a kid.

What sparked your interest in the world of entrepreneurship?

I launched a company when I was in college. Since then, I loved working with small teams, iterating on ideas, and shipping new features.

Why did you decide to join Atomic?

The variety work I can do for the companies Atomic launches gives me the ability to constantly learn incredible new things, work with lots of teams, and build some really cool stuff!

Ran Wei

Head of Strategic Finance

Ran helps companies better understand and run their businesses from a strategic finance perspective. From optimizing unit economics to charting the strategic path of a company, he brings analysis, perspective and advice rooted in his previous work advising industry leaders and innovators through IPO and private fundraise transactions, for companies ranging from Postmates to NXP Semiconductors.

What are you happiest doing?

Flying down the backside of Hawk Hill on my bike, the Pacific gleaming beneath me, or bouncing through earned powder stashes in a forest and fighting to see through curtains of snow flying up around me, with a friend nearby making parallel arcs.

What's your superpower?

Always thinking that everything is awesome (!!!)

What did you want to be when you grew up?

Someone who does cool stuff at cool companies. I've long tried to figure out what that meant, job-wise, and made a big step towards that ideal while at Qatalyst — being a trusted advisor to many amazing companies helped me realize that there's a huge benefit to working across companies, bringing broadly-sourced insights and learnings on how to be better, grow faster, and get to a better exit (whatever that exit may be!). At Qatalyst, we were known for helping companies achieve outsized values through M&A; I'm betting that by getting involved earlier and helping build the companies, we'll get to a new level of outsized outcomes.

What sparked your interest in the world of entrepreneurship?

Shad Valley, a summer program for high school students that emphasized entrepreneurship and ended with a business plan competition. Back in 2005, our team came up with an idea for a PDA-like device integrated with a prickless near-infrared sensor for measuring and managing blood glucose, without needing to manually track and calculate dosages. Which was a super cool idea (and one that others have mostly implemented since then)! Some VCs even reached out to us. But there was so much more we needed to learn; we completely lacked the technical or business know-how to make it happen. This led me to pursue a business education in parallel with engineering, so I'd be able to help make something like this a reality.

Why do you believe in Atomic?

I've seen the power of the Atomic model in practice, accelerating and empowering our companies. It's truly an unfair advantage, with the focus and hustle of bootstrapping joined with the resources and experience of an institutional investor, advisor, and operating team that stays invested and committed over the long term. I love watching our companies race out of the gates, take the lead, and stay there.

Marian Pond

Talent Partner

Marian serves as the Talent Partner for Atomic. In this role, Marian helps build out the founding teams for each of Atomics newest stealth companies. She helps identify, and hire in, the right Founders & CEOs, as well as other founding team members to ensure our companies are set up for success from day one. As Atomic's companies continue to scale and go through hyper-growth, Marian also partners with the CEOs and assists with organization design, compensation strategy, and executive (C/VP suite) hiring.

What are you happiest doing?

I am a proud mom to my son, Charlie! I'm the most happy when I get to spend quality time with my husband, son, and our two dogs.

Where did you grow up and how did that shape you as a person?

I grew up in rural Australia on a farm. Growing up on a farm definitely made me independent and self-reliant from an early age. Given there were no high schools in our town, I was required to go to boarding school from a young age in order to receive an education. Since graduating from school, I have leaned into my independence and now lived and worked on four continents. Each time I moved, I never knew a single soul — which I have always found exciting!

What have you learned during your time at Atomic?

Atomic is a highly entrepreneurial and fast-paced environment. We excel at 0-1 company building, and the reason we're so successful at company building is because of the incredible operating platform that exists at Atomic. I feel privileged to work with so many talented builders stemming from engineers, product managers, designers, revenue leaders, talent acquisition specialists etc.

Tracey Banh

Office Manager, San Francisco

Tracey oversees the San Francisco office, making sure everything runs smoothly while creating a supportive, welcoming space for the team.

What inspires you?

I'm inspired by the people around me, especially my family. My dad showed me the value of hard work, kindness, and always being there for others.

What's your superpower?

Noticing what others need, often before they even ask, and finding ways to help.

Where did you grow up and how did that shape you as a person?

Growing up in San Francisco taught me to appreciate diversity, creativity, and community. It shaped me into someone who loves bringing people together, finding joy in the little things, and valuing connection with people from all walks of life.

What did you want to be when you grew up?

Firefighter. I've always loved helping people and being there when it counts.

Why do you believe in Atomic?

The people. They are absolutely the most talented, smart, and amazing group of individuals who inspire me every day.

Nick Barnett

Senior Counsel

Nick is Legal Counsel and advises Atomic on all things legal, from company formation to fundraising.

Canny Chen

Controller

Canny works across Atomic and its portfolio companies to provide all things Finance and Accounting. From platforms a company need to get them up and running to every day questions regarding financials, she is excited to work with the bright minds of today.

What inspires you?

My mom — to be resilient, adapting to new surroundings, and having the courage to take risks.

What accomplishment are you most proud of?

Taking a big step to move my life to the West Coast.

What are you happiest doing?

Cooking — I love learning new recipes and asking my parents for theirs. Each time I cook something from them, it reminds me of childhood.

What's your superpower?

Slow down time — at times, things can move super fast especially with everything going on this year. It's nice to remind yourself to take it one step at a time, to breathe, and pace myself. Not everything need to be done all at once.

Where did you grow up and how did that shape you as a person?

NYC — it made me headstrong and vocal at what I want in my career and life. It also made me ensure my life is always busy, fast-paced, thinking about the next three moves and I'm always running to my next thing. Made me realize time in important, to make use of my commute from place to place, and there is always something to do.

What did you want to be when you grew up?

A teacher.

What's the best career advice you've ever received?

Don't just look ahead at what you aspire to be in 5 to 10 years, look ahead and understand if that picture makes you happy.

What sparked your interest in the world of entrepreneurship?

In my previous job, I started to get into startups, learn about what's needed to make an idea into fruition

What have you learned during your time at Atomic?

There are a ton of intelligent people with amazing ideas and work ethics to make things happen.

What's your building story?

Selling cupcakes in high school.

Why did you decide to join Atomic?

I love the vibe, the office, and the people who aren't just there for small talk but care deeply about your well being.

Why do you believe in Atomic?

Everyone can make change within the company and listened to. Whether it's a small process within your department or a suggestion to enable a better work experience, Atomic is there to assist in it all. I really appreciate that the company takes time and effort to have happy employees.

Brenna Cooper

Senior HR Generalist

As a Generalist, Brenna supports all things HR, from getting new companies up and running with their HR systems and policies, to addressing day-to-day items, such as onboarding, contracts, and employee questions.

Where did you grow up and how did that shape you as a person?

I grew up in rural Wisconsin, where there were more cows than people. With the nearest (small) city being over 30 minutes away, I learned how to get creative and make my own fun. As an adult, I appreciate the little things more and am never bored.

What's the best career advice you've ever received?

Do the right thing for the right reason. As much as I'd love for every situation to be black and white, HR lives in the gray. When you don't have a clear-cut answer, think about the true impact of each decision. There's usually a right answer.

What have you learned during your time at Atomic?

Being okay with saying "I don't know." Things move quickly and change rapidly; it's impossible to know everything about everything. The important part is working to find the answer and closing the loop afterwards.

Why do you believe in Atomic?

The people. I am surrounded by some of the hardest-working and smartest people I've ever known. We work really well together as a team, and our growth is the direct outcome of that.

Katrina Densmore

Design Lead

As Design Lead, Kat collaborates closely with founders to test and build new companies. Whether it's conceptualizing and testing a product in its early stages or creating a complete branded design system with both digital and print materials, she enjoys working together to bring each venture to life.

What inspires you?

Positive people and good type hierarchy.

What are you happiest doing?

Creating! Whether it's working through a design, baking for friends and family, or starting a new painting — I'm in my happy place.

What sparked your interest in the world of entrepreneurship?

The ability to build something from nothing that could have a positive impact on people's lives.

Why did you decide to join Atomic?

Having worked at a design agency and a tech start-up (and loving both experiences), Atomic drew me in because it combines the two. I have the opportunity to build with talented entrepreneurs in an exciting, fast-paced environment while living the dream of a designer — the ability to work with multiple brands!

Kyle Dowling

Senior Legal Counsel

Kyle is Senior Legal Counsel and advises Atomic on all things legal, from company formation to fundraising.

Nikita Elkin

Business Operations Analyst

As an analyst on Atomic's Business Operations team, Nikita works on discovering and de-risking innovative solutions that target deep-rooted and painful problems.

What inspires you?

Old-school, sample-based hip-hop producers (that's a lot of hyphens!). J Dilla, 9th Wonder, Madlib, and other legends honed their craft to point that they could cut up and rearrange pieces of audio all in their head. It's a truly remarkable thing to see how they generate ideas for a new beat live. Highly recommend watching the breakdown of J Dilla's Don't Cry on the Tracklib Youtube Channel or 9th Wonder's feature on Rhythm Roulette's Youtube Channel.

What did you want to be when you grew up?

There was a time where I truly wanted to be an aeronautical engineer! Something about how different wing shapes can generate lift really fascinated my 13 year old brain. Ironically, I don't really enjoy flying on planes, and probably never will!

What sparked your interested in the world of entrepreneurship?

Funnily enough, it was coming in last place in a grade 6-12 pitch competition when I was a sophomore in high school. Yes, my team placed below multiple teams of 6th graders :( However, something about coming up with a new business concept and trying to make it a reality greatly appealed to me. That's all it took for me to give it another go, and I was hooked!

Why did you decide to join Atomic?

I wanted to accelerate my growth as an operator by surrounding myself with serial entrepreneurs who could constantly challenge me and push me out of my comfort zone.

Paul Fracasso

Fund Finance Manager

Paul focuses on the operations and management of the Atomic Funds. He is responsible for financial reporting, valuations, audits, and communication with investors.

What inspires you?

Strong leadership and people who enjoy questioning convention.

What are you happiest doing?

Trying a new restaurant, traveling to a new place, and spending time with family.

What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?

Take ownership over your losses as much as your wins.

What have you learned during your time at Atomic?

Question everything, there's always room for improvement.

Why do you believe in Atomic?

Atomic’s team brings a wide range of experience and knowledge, offering unique operational and functional perspectives. The culture at Atomic reflects the team’s strong dedication to building great companies.

Jen Greco

Payroll Manager

Jen supports Atomic and our portfolio of companies by preparing and processing payroll.

What accomplishment are you most proud of?

Together with my husband, I founded a successful eCommerce startup which we successfully exited in 2012. After which, we moved into a bus and traveled across North America for four years with our youngest son. We saw a lot of spectacular places and met some amazing people along the way.

What are you happiest doing?

Spending time with my family. To see my children become amazing parents, build their own businesses, and bear the same tenacity as us shows me that they really did pay attention all those years! They also make me laugh, a lot!

Where did you grow up and how did that shape you as a person?

I grew up in Jupiter, FL back when it was a small fishing village. I learned how to cast a net for bait and how to reel in a fish. This taught me that nothing comes easy and to have lots of patience.

What's your building story?

My husband and I built a $20m eCommerce business with a $5000 investment.

Why did you decide to join Atomic?

I'll always have an entrepreneur's heart and wanted to stay near that energy and watch exciting brands come to life! Atomic has developed an art AND science for success. I love Atomic's mission behind developing founders and the next great idea!

Yiwen Gu

HR Generalist

Yiwen works with both the HR and Recruiting team to support Atomic's portfolio companies with offer letters, job posts, onboarding, and various other projects.

What are you happiest doing?

Watching TV shows and movies with friends and family. Our commentary is hilarious.

What did you want to be when you grew up?

A cupcake shop owner.

What have you learned during your time at Atomic?

I learned that no matter the circumstances, someone is always there to help you and answer any questions you have!

Why did you decide to join Atomic?

The moment I spoke with my teammates during my interview process, I knew they were the group I absolutely wanted to work with! I also truly enjoy working with multiple teams and providing as much support as I can for the company.

Dave Hemingway

Senior Manager, Finance

Dave focuses on Management Company accounting and is responsible for budgeting, reporting and day-to-day operations of Atomic.

What inspires you?

Being able to make an impact. It is the difference between just doing a job and shaping outcomes. When your work can drive clarity, unlock efficiency, or empower others, it's not just productive — it's purposeful.

What's your superpower?

Translating complex financial data into actionable insights. It is rewarding when you can help others make smarter choices.

Why do you believe in Atomic?

I believe in Atomic because it's built on the idea that great companies aren't found — they're created. It's a place where bold ideas meet execution.

Aditi Joshi

Tax Director

Aditi leads the tax function within the Finance team, overseeing tax strategy, compliance, and planning for the funds, management company, and early-stage companies. She partners across the firm to drive tax efficiencies and support growth through thoughtful tax planning.

What inspires you?

Strong leadership, a good book, and the boundless optimism that makes building innovative companies possible.

What are you happiest doing?

Traveling, running, and reading.

What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?

Be fearless, focus on what you can control, and approach each day with an abundance mindset.

Why did you decide to join Atomic?

The people, the culture, and the innovation - the chance to learn something new from amazing people every day.

Anna Karagina

Events Director

Anna oversees the Miami office and plans & coordinates various events at Atomic.

What inspires you?

Nature, beautiful interiors, photography.

What are you happiest doing?

Spending time with family and friends, evening walks along the beach, hiking in beautiful places.

What did you want to be when you grew up?

A veterinarian

What have you learned during your time at Atomic?

There is no idea that is too small. Sharing ALL kinds of ideas and brainstorming is a powerful tool.

Why do you believe in Atomic?

Atomic has the best team and amazing culture!

Rob Krete

Design Lead

Rob is Design Lead at Atomic who works alongside founders helping to test, and launch new companies, as well as provide support to our existing portfolio companies. As a member of Atomic's in-house design team, he uses his skills in animation, illustration, and design to bring fresh ideas to life.

What inspires you?

‍Working collaboratively with an enthusiastic team, and a strong playlist.

What are you happiest doing?

‍Being creative. I love being given a bunch of random parts (be it art supplies, ingredients, or ideas), brainstorming, building, and walking away with something entirely new.

‍What sparked your interested in the world of entrepreneurship?

‍You could argue that entrepreneurship is in my blood. Going back generations, my great-great-grandmother and her sisters owned a millinery in my hometown. My parents have owned and operated their own business for 38 years, and are still going strong.

‍Why do you believe in Atomic?

‍I believe in the team. With this group of people, there's no idea too grand.

Andrew Lasley

Accounting Manager

Andrew works with 0-to-1 and founders to maintain Atomic stealth portfolio company financials.

What are you happiest doing?

Running near the ocean

What did you want to be when you grew up?

An astronaut. These days I casually learn about astrophysics

What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?

Listen more than you speak!

What sparked your interested in the world of entrepreneurship?

My father ran his own business. I always wanted to be able to support his passion.

Why did you decide to join Atomic?

The people I work with are amazing and the opportunity to support so many ideas drew me in.

Jessica Le

Strategic Finance Associate

Jess helps companies understand and define their business models as well as advise on key decisions throughout the entire company lifecycle. She brings analysis and perspective with early stage, late stage, and public companies from her previous experiences as a technology venture investor and investment banker.

What are you happiest doing?

Anywhere with my family, friends, and dogs (1 year old Frenchie named Kaiyo and 12 year old Westie named Penny) is home for me. I also love being in the mountains / woods and listening to the sounds of nature.

What did you want to be when you grew up?

The President of the United States — I had a lot of ideas on how to make my and others' lives better, and wanted a platform to do so.

What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?

1) Always be kind and good 2) Surround yourself with inspiring people and the rest will take care of itself 3) Focus on learning every single day.

What skills or talents do you have that most people don’t know about?

I used to golf competitively and am still pretty good! I also love drawing, cooking, reading, film photography (I have an original SX–70!) and painting gouache.

Why did you decide to join Atomic?

No better time to build, alongside the best operators, investors, and founders!

Why do you believe in Atomic?

The people. Atomic's support team is unparalleled in talent, drive and focus, giving founders the ability to focus on what's important — building impactful companies.

Paulina Le

Managing Paralegal, Fund Operations Lead

Paulina is a Senior Paralegal on the legal team. She supports Atomic with corporate governance and equity matters.

What are you happiest doing?

I'm happiest spending time with my dog Oreo.

What did you want to be when you grew up?

Growing up in a musical family, I always dreamed of being a world famous popstar.

What sparked your interest in the world of entrepreneurship?

I started my legal career working in the tech companies group at a law firm, so all my clients were startups. I was inspired by the founders I worked with and fascinated as I witnessed them grow their companies.

What's your building story?

I own a beauty brand that sells false eyelashes designed to fit better and look more natural on small eyes.

Sam Lee

Software Engineer

Sam works with various teams and companies at Atomic to build and prototype apps. He provides engineering support that helps early-stage projects launch effectively and scale over time.

What are you happiest doing?

I'm happiest building apps and thinking up ideas, ideally while drinking coffee. I love brainstorming, whether it's solving real problems or coming up with ridiculous ones, like how to finally defeat the global epidemic of unfolded laundry. Sometimes it's just fun to imagine a better way to sort socks.

What's your superpower?

I bring a calming presence in the midst of chaos. Whether we're juggling tight deadlines or navigating complex challenges, I stay grounded and focused. I love solving problems creatively, thinking through edge cases, and finding elegant solutions where others see roadblocks.

Where did you grow up and how did that shape you as a person?

I grew up in a not so great neighbourhood in Toronto, ON. It wasn’t always easy, but it taught me a lot. I learned how to stay grounded, how to adapt, and how to keep moving forward no matter what. It shaped my perspective, made me resourceful, and gave me a strong sense of empathy. It also made me appreciate every opportunity and gave me the drive to build things that can make life a little easier or better for someone else.

What have you learned during your time at Atomic?

Great execution is what separates a good idea from a great product.

Why did you decide to join Atomic?

I love building apps from scratch and helping them grow into something meaningful. Atomic was the perfect opportunity to do exactly that. It’s a space where I get to build from the ground up, contribute as an engineer in shaping the product and the company, and collaborate with people from all kinds of backgrounds. That mix of creativity, growth, and teamwork is what really drew me in.

Austin Liao

Business Operations Analyst

Austin is a member of the Business Operations team. He helps launch and support startups across the Atomic portfolio from 0 to 1 and beyond.

What inspires you?

The world and everything in it. There is much to explore and discover!

What did you want to be when you grew up?

An architect. I loved the purity of architecture as a medium. Architects balance form, function, AND ethos without compromise.

What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?

Always know what you want.

What sparked your interested in the world of entrepreneurship?

Watching Apple Keynotes as a kid.

What have you learned during your time at Atomic?

The ability to generate belief and bring talented people together is (somehow) still underrated.

Grace MacDougall

Growth Lead

Grace leads the growth function at Atomic, helping our 0-1 function and established portfolio companies with their growth, GTM, and marketing needs.

What inspires you?

I’ve been obsessed with Sir Winston Churchill since I was eight. I was fascinated by his oratory skills and his ability to bring levity to even the darkest moments. He taught me to find humor in the bumps along the way, that the right language can drive outsized impact, and to never take yourself too seriously.

“We’re all worms, but I do believe I am a glow worm,” is one of my favorite quotes of his. He really was a glow worm.

What are you happiest doing?

Eating. I’m convinced food is the ultimate community builder. Whether it’s lunch with coworkers or hosting a dinner party with friends, the best conversations always happen around a table.

And don't be afraid to ask me about my Notion recipe catalog™️

What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?

Not exactly career advice, but a quote from Eleanor Roosevelt has always stuck with me: “Do one thing every day that scares you.” It’s a daily reminder to stay curious, take risks, and lean into the discomfort that comes with growth.

What have you learned during your time at Atomic?

Test. Learn. Repeat.

Why did you decide to join Atomic?

I have a deep-seated fear of being bored. Luckily, that’s not a risk at Atomic. Every day brings a new idea, a new challenge, and a new lesson learned. Plus, it doesn’t hurt that I get to work alongside the greatest group of whip-smart people I’ve ever met.

Marina Mantovani

Executive Assistant

Marina supports Jack Abraham in a broad variety of tasks and projects, proactively anticipating needs, deadlines, and priorities.

What's your superpower?

Juggling conflicting priorities and bringing order to chaos!

Where did you grow up?

I grew up in Padova, Italy

What skills or talents do you have that most people don’t know about?

I'm a brown belt in Judo.

What have you learned during your time at Atomic?

I have learned to embrace change and not be afraid of it!

Why did you decide to join Atomic?

I joined Atomic because it is a very dynamic, fast moving, and exciting place to work! I am surrounded by the latest and greatest innovators, and every day brings new projects and ideas.

Eddie Mengana

Talent Director

Eddie serves on the Atomic Talent Acquisition team. He partners with Atomic's 0–1 team and early-stage startup Founders on making their first leadership hires & subsequent team build-outs.

What inspires you?

Working with really smart, humble people who are passionate about what they do and eager to use their talents in order to have a meaningful impact on others' lives.

What did you want to be when you grew up?

An Astrophysicist!

What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?

Keep an open mind. It's good to have a 5-year plan, but great opportunities oftentimes come out of the most unexpected places.

Why did you decide to join Atomic?

The opportunity to help build the next generation of successful and inspiring products and businesses.

Why do you believe in Atomic?

The builders, operators, and amazing Founders that we're able to bring together under one roof.

Kelly Pike

Talent Director

Kelly serves as Talent Manager at Atomic. In this role, Kelly partners with the 0-1 team to identify and build out Co-Founders/VP/C-Suite + founding teams for Atomic's early stage concepts. As companies evolve throughout the building process, she also helps scale those teams and provide talent strategy throughout every stage of company growth.

What inspires you?

Smart women in leadership

What accomplishment are you most proud of?

Having the opportunity to work with this wonderful team!

What are you happiest doing?

Hiking outside with my Golden Retriever puppy, Loaf.

What's your superpower?

Human connection

Where did you grow up and how did that shape you as a person?

I grew up in Seattle. I'm a PNW girl born and bread. I love nature, water, mountains, trees — anything that will get me outside.

What did you want to be when you grew up?

A fighter pilot.

What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?

Your network is everything. Use it.

What skills or talents do you have that most people don’t know about?

I can touch my tongue to my nose

What sparked your interested in the world of entrepreneurship?

Fast pace, high growth, what can't you love?

What have you learned during your time at Atomic?

Yesterday's news is old news.

What's your building story?

I sold barbie kits in my neighborhood (similar to a lemonade stand, but barbies lol). Obviously to fund the purchase of more barbies.

Why did you decide to join Atomic?

Having the ability to see the full story that a company goes through — from an idea on a piece of paper to a generational company, is the most exciting learning I can think of. In talent, storytelling is my job. I want to be able to accurately tell the story of company building and couldn't think of a better place to do it than Atomic.

Why do you believe in Atomic?

The people.

Nicolette Ramirez

IT Support Specialist

Nicolette Ramirez supports Atomic by combining technical expertise with a people-first approach. She helps employees overcome IT challenges, manages essential systems, and creates a seamless tech experience that empowers the entire team.

What inspires you?

I'm inspired by helping others feel supported and confident when using technology. Knowing I can make someone's day easier motivates me.

What accomplishment are you most proud of?

One accomplishment I’m especially proud of is helping streamline IT processes so employees can focus on their work without disruptions. It feels good knowing my contributions directly support the company’s success.

What are you happiest doing?

I’m happiest when everything is running smoothly. whether it’s our IT systems or spending time with my son, family, or friends.

What's your superpower?

My superpower is making people feel supported. I can take a stressful tech problem and turn it into an easy fix with patience and a smile.

Where did you grow up and how did that shape you as a person?

I grew up in San Francisco, where being surrounded by such a diverse and vibrant community taught me the importance of connection and adaptability.

What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?

The best career advice I ever received was to never stop learning and to trust myself, even when I don’t have all the answers right away. Staying curious and confident has helped me grow in every step of my career.

What skills or talents do you have that most people don’t know about?

A hidden talent of mine is being able to connect with people quickly and make them feel comfortable, even in stressful situations.

What have you learned during your time at Atomic?

During my time at Atomic, I’ve learned the importance of staying adaptable and trusting myself. Each challenge has pushed me to grow, strengthen my skills, and build confidence in my ability to figure things out.

Why did you decide to join Atomic?

I decided to join Atomic because I wanted to be part of a company where my work would make a real impact on the team’s success.

Why do you believe in Atomic?

I believe in Atomic because of its commitment to growth and innovation, and because it’s a team that values collaboration and making a real impact together.

Adrian Stone

IT Team Lead

Adrian Stone oversees Atomic's IT infrastructure and support operations, ensuring that employees have access to reliable and secure systems, effective communication tools, and efficient support processes. In addition to Atomic's infrastructure, he supports Atomic's portfolio companies in implementing foundational systems and achieving their IT and compliance goals.

What inspires you?

I'm inspired by people who lead by example. I believe practicing what you promote is an important quality in leaders, and I am greatly excited to work alongside, and learn from, those who demonstrate this ideal. I strive to embody this philosophy in the work that I do.

What are you happiest doing?

I'm happiest taking on new challenges and expanding my areas of expertise. I love to learn about new topics and technologies, whether I am working on process improvements, implementing new systems, or solving operational issues.

What did you want to be when you grew up?

When I realized that becoming a professional skateboarder was not in my future, I dreamt of working in science and technology. Exploration and invention have always peaked my interest, and supporting the next generation of technology, directly or indirectly, has been a goal since I was a boy.

What's your building story?

My building story is not of a company, but of a team. Early in my career, I was working in operations for a robotics startup who specialized in short-distance food and grocery delivery. As they prepared to launch their first commercial operations, I jumped on the opportunity to build the company's initial technical support team and processes. Two years later, my team had scaled from one agent to twelve, and a support base of one merchant to over 120 merchants across 16 service areas. This period of time was full of learning experiences and sparked a passion for building scalable infrastructure and support processes.

Why do you believe in Atomic?

I believe in Atomic because of the team here and how they support one another. The culture of tenacity and collaboration that the team demonstrates on a daily basis instills confidence that we, as a team, are all here to achieve our common goals. I see this spirit of support on a daily basis, and it is one of the things that makes me excited to perform to the best of my ability.