//Investments

Imagination Matched with Intention

My parents raised me with the belief that we are all part of a global community, and that the impact of our individual choices reaches far beyond our own lives. In that spirit, I have dedicated my energies to supporting companies that impact the lives of others in profound and meaningful ways.

As a private investor, and through my incubation company Ankord Labs, I focus on building businesses that serve consumers in new and yet unimagined ways.

Misha Kordestani
Misha Kordestani
Co-Founder and CEO
Ahmad Elzahdan
Ahmad Elzahdan
Co-Founder and CEO
Andrew Jensen
Andrew Jensen
Co-Founder and CEO
Joshua Brandau
Joshua Brandau
Co-Founder and CEO
Cleo Stiller
Cleo Stiller
Editor in Chief
Rachel Ashcraft
Rachel Ashcraft
Co-Founder and Executive Director
Ben Gerst
Ben Gerst
Co-Founder, Chief Product and Technology Officer
Evan Young
Evan Young
Co-Founder and COO
Misha Kordestani
Misha Kordestani
Co-Founder and CEO
Ahmad Elzahdan
Ahmad Elzahdan
Co-Founder and CEO
Andrew Jensen
Andrew Jensen
Co-Founder and CEO
Joshua Brandau
Joshua Brandau
Co-Founder and CEO
Cleo Stiller
Cleo Stiller
Editor in Chief
Rachel Ashcraft
Rachel Ashcraft
Co-Founder and Executive Director
Ben Gerst
Ben Gerst
Co-Founder, Chief Product and Technology Officer
Evan Young
Evan Young
Co-Founder and COO
//Ankord Labs

Incubating at Ankord Labs

At AnKord Labs, we're not just an incubator; we're a crucible for ideas that have the power to change the world. Our mission? To revolutionize how companies come to life, from their inception to their funding, all the way through their support and growth. We're all about creating ventures grounded in conscious capitalism. We're committed to fashioning businesses that not only thrive but also make life unequivocally better—both for people and the planet.

Our co-founders aren't your average entrepreneurs. These are extraordinary individuals—hyper-focused, deeply ethical, and driven by a compulsion to make the world a better place. They're the true heroes of our societal narrative, and they epitomize pragmatism. But it's not just about lofty ideals; it's about scalability and real-world impact. Our co-founders take embryonic ideas and nurture them from 0 to 1. They collaborate with other visionaries to lay the foundation for the next wave of billion-dollar companies.

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//Angel Investing

Supporting Next Generation’s Innovators

As a private investor, I’ve supported startups that utilize innovation to make agriculture more environmentally friendly while increasing access to healthier foods for all. Today's technological landscape offers immense potential for reinventing how we work, hire, and upskill across various industries, and I'm passionate about supporting ventures that lead this charge.  I angel invest in the next Gutenbergs and Franklins: innovators and entrepreneurs who will change the way we communicate and share art. And I actively seek out companies that not only champion ecological balance but also create tools and products that enable individuals to adopt greener lifestyles.

Driven by a belief in investments as tools for positive change, I support ventures that build a brighter future. I seek innovators across sectors whose work promotes ecological balance, personal empowerment, and individual well-being. I invest in founders with audacious visions and a commitment to building a fairer, healthier world, one impactful startup at a time.I believe these angel investments not only promise financial returns, but also contribute to a healthier, more balanced world for us all.

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Cannabox logo
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Hearo logo
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Janover logo
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Linen logo
Mantra logo
Moku logo
Pittmoss logo
Popshop logo
Price.com logo
Throne logo
Upchoose logo
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Inspired by
Innovative Thinking

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Great companies all start with the same thing: a phenomenal concept, idea, and vision. So many of the founders and leaders of these companies have captivated me with their insight, and I learn so much from working on these projects.

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