Tom Ferrara – Managing Partner, Co-Founder

With a remarkable career spanning over two decades, Tom has established himself as a visionary leader in venture capital, angel investing, and entrepreneurship. As the Co-Founder & Managing Partner of FF Ventures, Tom has spearheaded innovation and guided the growth of numerous high-potential companies, driving scalable success across SaaS, advertising, and technology sectors. His extensive experience in sales, operations, strategy, and business development has enabled him to identify and nurture groundbreaking startups, playing a pivotal role in their rapid growth and successful exits.

A hands-on investor, Tom has built and led several companies, including Edufficient, which achieved a multi-million-dollar exit in 2022, and CUnet, which he grew to $100MM in revenue before its acquisition by Nelnet. With over 50 angel investments and notable exits such as VerityIQ, Edufficient, CUnet, and Sparkroom, Tom has a proven track record of driving value creation and transforming industries.

In addition to his expertise in building and scaling businesses, Tom has been recognized as a thought leader in advertising, marketing, and human capital, having been featured in media outlets such as CNN, NBC, and The Wall Street Journal. His passion for fostering innovation continues as he seeks new opportunities to collaborate with venture capital firms, incubators, and investment groups, helping portfolio companies achieve their full potential.

David Flack – Co-founder of FF Ventures

David Flack is a highly passionate and successful leader and entrepreneur with over 25 years of executive experience and 22 years of entrepreneurial success. As a visionary with a proven track record, David has consistently demonstrated his ability to build and grow organizations from inception to successful exits.

Career Highlights:

• Edufficient, LLC: Most recently, David served as Co-Founder, President & COO of Edufficient, LLC, a marketing organization specializing in the post-secondary education sector. Under his leadership, Edufficient became a prominent player in the industry, delivering impactful marketing solutions and strategies.
• CUnet: As a founder of CUnet, David was instrumental in orchestrating the company’s operations and marketing, establishing it as a leader in the online higher education sector. CUnet played a transformative role in revolutionizing lead buying during the rise of the internet age.
• ComStaff Services, Inc.: Before his success with CUnet, David spent 14 years in the career space, where he notably founded and partnered with ComStaff Services, Inc., a technology-consulting firm. He grew ComStaff from a start-up into a multi-million-dollar business, showcasing his exceptional entrepreneurial skills.

Key Strengths:

• Exceptional operational expertise
• Strategic market disruption and monetization
• Building and scaling organizations from the ground up

David Flack’s dynamic leadership and forward-thinking approach continue to drive success, making him a valuable asset in any venture he undertakes.