Tagline
Full-Stack Startup Engineer with 15 years of experience, repeat founder, 2 exits.
Bio
I like designing, building, and growing online products. My main focus is the Startups.com platform which guides startup founders through idea validation, customer acquisition, funding, and growth. To date we've built a profitable bootstrapped business that has helped over 1 million entrepreneurs.
In my free time I work with early-stage startups to build and launch their first-gen products through Battleship Labs. I am also a former long-time Organizer for Columbus Startup Weekend, growing the events into one of the most active Startup Weekend cities globally.
I received a B.S.B.A. in Management Information Systems from Fisher College of Business at The Ohio State University in 2015. Go Bucks!
I currently live in Columbus, Ohio, where I can be frequently found walking Gary, my rat-cha rescue, or enjoying some coffee or food in the Short North.
https://stevegacka.com
Location
Columbus, OH, USA
Last Active
3 days ago
Name / Logo
Elevator Pitch
Online Startup Accelerator - plus software/services for founders like Bizplan, Fundable, Luanchrock, and Clarity.fm.
Industry
Technology
Location
Columbus, OH, USA
Website
Team Size
10-50 employees
Company Stage
Growth
Funding Raised
Undisclosed
Annual Revenue
Over $10M
| Skill | Strength | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| React.js | 90 / 100 | Over 10 years of React experience |
| Technology | 80 / 100 | Extensive experience in the technology sector, particularly in startup environments. |
| Startup Growth | 80 / 100 | Focused on guiding startup founders through customer acquisition and growth strategies. |
| Full-Stack Development | 80 / 100 | Experienced in building and launching online products, focusing on both front-end and back-end development. |
| Startup Management | 75 / 100 | Experience in managing and growing a profitable bootstrapped business. |
| Software Engineering | 75 / 100 | Proficient in various programming languages and frameworks, including TypeScript, JavaScript, Node.js, and React. |
| UI/UX Design | 70 / 100 | Skilled in designing user interfaces and experiences using tools like Sketch and Figma. |
| Founder | 70 / 100 | Co-founded and grew Startups.com, helping over 1 million entrepreneurs. |
| Event Organization | 60 / 100 | Former long-time Organizer for Columbus Startup Weekend, contributing to the growth of the event. |
| Dog Walking | 50 / 100 | Enjoys walking my rescue dog, dGary. |
Title
Organizer
Position Description
Organized and facilitated Startup Weekend events, fostering a vibrant startup community.
Accomplishment Notes
Helped grow Columbus into one of the most active Startup Weekend cities globally.
Title
B.S.B.A. in Management Information Systems
Position Description
Completed a Bachelor's degree focusing on Management Information Systems.
Accomplishment Notes
Graduated with a degree that provided a strong foundation in technology and business management.
Title
CTO
Position Description
Leading the technology and product development for the Startups.com platform, focusing on online startup acceleration and support services.
Accomplishment Notes
Built a profitable bootstrapped business that has helped over 1 million entrepreneurs.
Title
Startup Consultant
Position Description
Working with early-stage startups to build and launch their first-generation products.
Accomplishment Notes
Assisted multiple startups in successfully launching their products.