Kourosh Sheidaei
About Kourosh Sheidaei
Kourosh Sheidaei serves as the Head of Finance & Partnerships at LootRush and is a Partner at InvestSTR. With a background in finance and strategy, he has held significant roles at Klarna and FT Partners, and he focuses on building a global marketplace for gamers at LootRush.
Work at LootRush
Kourosh Sheidaei serves as the Head of Finance & Partnerships at LootRush, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on building a global marketplace for gamers to access crypto game assets. He has been instrumental in establishing partnerships with prominent investors, including Andreessen Horowitz, Y Combinator, and Paradigm, which are critical to the company's growth and market presence.
Current Role at InvestSTR
In addition to his role at LootRush, Kourosh Sheidaei is a Partner at InvestSTR, where he has worked since 2021. His responsibilities at InvestSTR complement his work in finance and partnerships, allowing him to leverage his expertise in the financial sector to drive strategic initiatives.
Previous Experience at Klarna
Before joining LootRush, Kourosh Sheidaei worked at Klarna, where he held multiple roles. From 2020 to 2021, he served as Finance & Strategy / Chief of Staff to the US CFO. He also worked in GtM Operations & Strategy from 2021 to 2022. His experience at Klarna provided him with valuable insights into financial operations and strategic planning.
Background in Investment Banking
Kourosh Sheidaei has a background in investment banking, having worked at Financial Technology Partners (FT Partners) from 2018 to 2020. His role involved providing financial advisory services, which equipped him with skills relevant to his current positions in finance and partnerships.
Education and Expertise
Kourosh Sheidaei studied at Ivey Business School at Western University, where he achieved an Honors Business Administration (HBA) degree. His educational background has laid a strong foundation for his career in finance and strategy, enabling him to navigate complex financial landscapes effectively.