Varun Mathur

About me

The Core:

I like to start and do new/challenging things, like startups, products, ideas, discussions, debates & groups. Love software, humor,creativity, competition and simple things in life.

Location:

Toronto, Canada.

Some regular stuff:

• Founded a startup called Zytran which developed a RSS news aggregator called Alertle.
• Worked as a Community Manager for Techvibes, covering Toronto-based startups, tech events and stuff (my Techvibes email).
• Worked at a major Wall Street investment bank (Merrill Lynch) in tech.
• Love sports and outdoor activities, especially badminton, canoeing, among others.
• Enjoy supporting the community through novel efforts. Volunteering at TiE Toronto; and giving microloans to entrepreneurs in developing countries through Kiva.

Some irregular stuff:

• First-job ever: Going door to door, signing up people for monthly charitable donations.
• Founded a group called “Brown Meets Brown” and organized Bollywood karaoke nights to promote a friend’s restaurant (Masala Art - do check it out if in town!)