Who we are

Vertical Media is financed through a combination of grants, donations, advertisement, and
initiatives, such as
The Vertical LEAP (Linking Entrepreneurs with Accelerator Programs).

About The Vertical Media

The Vertical is the pioneering online publication that informs, educates, and features the diverse community of immigrant tech founders who are driving innovation in the U.S. 

With nearly 80% of America’s unicorn, billion-dollar companies boasting foreign-born co-founders, CEOs, or VPs, we recognize the immense value and potential of these trailblazers.

Our mission is to empower international entrepreneurs by providing exclusive, expert, and incisive stories that address their unique challenges.

Our digital platform showcases the perspectives and insights of exceptional immigrant founders, highlighting their resilience, creativity, and contributions to the entrepreneurial world.

By providing a rich repository of resources, The Vertical Media aims to foster a brighter, more innovative, and prosperous future for all, while emphasizing the profound impact of diversity on the global business stage.

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Meet the Team

Behold the awesome crew

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Page Master
Victoria Zavyalova
Publisher

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Media Polymath
John Varoli
Editor

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Serial Entrepreneur
Michael Burtov
Board Member

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Artsy Lawyer
Michael Cataliotti
Board Member

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Human Connector
Azniv Brown
VP, Brand Partnerships

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Literary Genius
Jared Feldschreiber
Senior Reporter

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Marathon Runner
Sardar Azimov
VP of Digital Marketing

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Optimistic Traveler
Ajay Kamalakaran
Editor, South Asia

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Moderator
Ayse Senguler
VP of Business Development

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Container for Power
Jessica Starks
Contributor

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Contrarian VC
Marvin Liao
Contributor, Investment

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Pitch Whisperer
Lisa Patti
Contributor, Communications

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Sustainable Vegan
Maria Stambler
Social Media