Testimonials

Ivan has been a big part of our success over the past few years. He played a critical role in helping us close our recent financing and securing our company’s future. He is there for his companies in good times and bad and always puts the interest of his companies first. I look to Ivan as a business partner, investor and feel lucky to count him as a friend.

Every Founder would benefit from a fund like Navigate Ventures: a fund who loves and looks for companies at your stage with your precise business model, who share your passion and- appreciates your domain expertise and business acumen.. As former operators, the team at Navigate knows all businesses encounter bumps, while believing as we do, that we can execute and will win.

We’ve really enjoyed working with Ivan and Navigate Ventures. Ivan is always quick to offer pragmatic advice and insights to help us prepare for our next stage of growth and to improve our passion in the market. He’s been extremely helpful and accessible.

Ivan and his team have been super instrumental in supporting OnSiteIQ and connecting us to a vast network of growth investors and VCs.

Navigate Ventures has been great to have on our team. They are always there to help make introductions to potential clients and investors. They even hold great events throughout the year to further facilitate networking opportunities to grow the business.

NV is a great capital partner for entrepreneurs with the passion to change their industries — they are always available to help navigate as a trusted partner.

Ivan is a great friend and co-investor. We have a strong working relationship, several co-investments, and work together to help entrepreneurs where we can. He is always my first call when one of our portfolio companies needs an extension round.

Investing alongside Ivan is both a pleasure and a reassurance. With over 40 years of experience in running, investing, and advising technology companies, Ivan brings unique expertise to the table. His vast experience means that whatever challenges a company encounters, Ivan has likely faced them in some capacity and can offer guidance and creative solutions. He provides candid and concise feedback, while also nurturing close relationships with founders and investors alike.

We have made several deals with Ivan over the last ten years. He is always responsive and thorough when evaluating opportunities with us and is always faithful to his word.  Additionally, Ivan consistently provides real insight and advice to our mutual investments and is helpful to the CEO.

Navigate solves an important problem for companies needing an extension round. They are a trusted, value-add partner and disciplined with their approach.

Ivan has been an absolute pleasure to co-invest with as he takes the time to appreciate customer experience/value.  He is a fantastic communicator, which is apparent considering his diligence skills and community building.  I prioritize his monthly meetings where he invites only the best people I know.

Navigate is a value-add investor and collaborative partner. They are very helpful in helping portfolio companies with their growth strategies & capital. We are delighted to work with them.

I have known Ivan for many years. He is a very thoughtful, passionate, and driven investor who  is always is insightful and able to identify opportunities and trends before others. I appreciate his understanding of shifting markets, and his uncanny ability to exploit those inefficiencies.  Ivan is a unique blend of an investor and advisor, focused on his fiduciary duty to his investors.

I invest with Navigate Ventures for two reasons: Their remarkable GP Ivan – and unique strategy for value creation and risk mitigation in an attractive timeline. I regard Ivan as one of the most knowledgeable and genuinely kind members of the VC community. His deep domain experience, principled investment approach and esteemed network contribute to a niche, results-driven portfolio.

Investing in the Navigate I fund provides a unique exposure to the once-in-a-generation modernization of Enterprise infrastructure that is being enabled by B2B Enterprise SaaS. The fund provides access to this highly attractive investment themes, with a highly disciplined investment approach that allows gains to be realized over a short investment horizon.

Ivan is a thoughtful and disciplined investor. He blends astute market analysis with a knack for identifying the best opportunities. He has a disciplined approach to everything he does and continues to adapt to market dynamics which enables him to capitalize on emerging trends. This makes Ivan and Navigate an invaluable asset to me.

You will find that Ivan Nikkhoo is an absolute professional and man of integrity!  He is knowledgeable, thorough, highly responsive, and he takes the time to get to know you and answer your questions.  He is truly one of the best! 

Ivan I’ve had the pleasure of investing with Ivan for quite some time now, and I couldn’t be more impressed with his expertise and professionalism. As a seasoned industry veteran, Ivan brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, effortlessly navigating the ever-changing landscape. With Ivan at the helm, I have full confidence that my investments are in capable hands.