We make the world smaller & your business bigger
velocify is a team of seasoned entrepreneurs and market strategists based in Denver, Tokyo, and Paris.
With deep roots in these communities, we understand the unique challenges and opportunities in each market.
MISSION
We are dedicated to accelerating the growth of innovative startups by helping them connect and thrive globally – with a focus on the U.S., Japan and France.
We work hard to understand our client's unique strengths and identify the maximum-value strategy. We then co-create and support execution of a roadmap that delivers timely results.
The heart of the velocify team is with the venture community, particularly in our local regions. We're startup people, too, and we truly enjoy the venture creation process.
velocify integrates you into the local venture ecosystem, helping you access critical resources, partnerships, and opportunities to fuel your expansion.
With our local presence we're more than advisors, we’re your on-the-ground resource that helps establish and grow your business.
We value trust, transparency, and agility. These core principles guide every decision we make, ensuring that we build lasting partnerships with our clients and help them achieve sustainable growth.
Meet our leadership team.
Every member of the velocify team brings a wealth of experience, wisdom, and capabilities to each project.
jeff@velocify.biz
Jeff Mettais
Denver
Global business expert and serial entrepreneur with multiple exits. Lived in Japan for 12 years.
bhawnesh@velocify.biz
Bhawnesh Mathur
Denver
Senior executive with extensive CEO experience in electronics manufacturing, global procurement & supply chains.
shigeru@velocify.biz
Shigeru Sumitomo
Tokyo
Cross-border business development expert, advisor to venture funds, and Japanese startup thought leader.
mael@velocify.biz
Maël Disa-Vingataramin
Paris
Cleantech entrepreneur with a chemical/ process engineering background, high-level advisor to French government.
Are you ready to take the leap?
Expanding into a foreign market can be very rewarding, but also a bit scary. We help simplify and de-risk the process, leading to more successful outcomes!