Dillon Ferdinandi
Dillon Ferdinandi

Hi, I’m Dillon.

I’m a startup builder, coach, and angel investor living in Carlsbad, California.

Right now I’m working on Opacity, a platform that enables teams to collaboratively design, build, and ship software. I’m also a coach and advisor to founders, and occasionally angel invest in early-stage companies.

I spent close to a decade at Slack, helping build it’s developer platform, app ecosystem, and venture fund. I’ve been lucky to invest in and partner with 100+ companies including 1Password, Oyster, Glean, Hightouch, and Loom.

I write about leadership, high performance, building companies, and the intersection of work and life. I’m a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, a cancer survivor, and a father of three.

Writing

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Joining Opacity

Getting back into the arena.

Everyone nodded. Nobody got it.

Why clarity and alignment takes more than a single pass.

The Long Game

January is just one month. Don't burn out trying to prove to everyone and yourself that you've changed.

Coaching

Work with me

I’m an ICF certified coach. I work with founders who are navigating transitions and inflection points across their startups and personal lives.

I bring 15+ years as an operator, venture investor, and board member into the work together. Sessions are practical and agenda-free. We focus on the real work and life in front of you.

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