Conner Burt
Conner Burt is an advisor and investor in early-stage startups, backing founders he believes in across a wide range of industries¡ªincluding dog food brands to SMB ownership tools to trusted local services. Previously, he spent a decade building Lessonly, which was acquired by Seismic in 2021. Conner brings deep experience in sales development and startup strategy, drawing on a career that includes leadership roles, mentorship through the Orr Fellowship, and a degree from Butler University. His writing on coaching sales teams and scaling startups reflects his practical, people-first approach to growth. Outside of work, he's exploring the philosophical journey of becoming a ¡°woodsman,¡± learning to notice and appreciate the world in greater detail.