Joe Fontana

I’m especially drawn to how TechNexus helps turn tomorrow’s threats into today’s opportunities. We spend so much time worrying about what might happen that having the right perspective — and the right partners — can turn potential disruptions into catalysts for real change.

At TechNexus, I focus on helping the team and our corporate partners make sense of what’s coming next. I spend most of my time digging into research and diligence, sourcing and evaluating early-stage ventures, and building models that clarify both the risk and the upside. The goal is to give decision-makers a clearer picture of where to lean in, where to hedge, and where a “threat” might actually be the start of a new playbook.

Before joining TechNexus, I worked at Bainbridge, a private equity–focused advisory firm, where I led data-driven sourcing, research, and market analysis across a range of industries. That experience gave me a front-row seat to how investors and operators think about growth, M&A, and value creation. I studied Economics at Loyola University Chicago, which cemented my interest in how systems, incentives, and strategy intersect in the real world.

Outside of work, I’m usually exploring the city's restaurants, planning a trip, or getting way too into strategy games with friends. I love soaking in dramatic weather and lake views — ideally with a new idea to chew on.