Meet the passionate people behind Stargazer Ventures.
Founders just like you helping pave the way for untapped founders.
Our Team
Emily Emanuel
Emily Emanuel is a former tech executive who co-founded LegitScript, a successful tech startup that specializes in cybercrime investigation and has earned the honor of being a Top Workplace in Oregon. She led strategy, scaled and managed its growth to upwards of 100 employees.
Knowing what it's like to be in their shoes, Emily is passionate about supporting and mentoring founders who have high-impact ideas. She is a certified coach through the Dragontree Coaching Program. Equally committed to helping children, Emily serves on the Board of Trustees at The International School in Portland and the Steering Committee at Friends of the Children.
In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her two daughters and salsa dancing.
Nick Herinckx
Nick Herinckx is a successful entrepreneur and executive coach for fast-growth CEOs. He has coached 100s of CEOs one on one, including multiple Forbes Top CEOs, unicorn CEOs and leaders running some of the nation’s fastest growing companies. He’s currently President of Bluefield, a coaching company that helps CEOs scale their business successfully without sacrificing personal fulfillment along the way. Bluefield also runs a nationwide network of CEO peer groups that help leaders grow their business, get agenda-free advice and support and learn from other CEOs.
Before founding Bluefield he was the CEO of Obility. Alongside his spectacular team, he quickly built, scaled and sold the business after being listed as one of Oregon's fastest growing companies 3 years in a row, maintaining a 100% CEO approval rating on Glassdoor as well as landing a top spot on the Inc. 5,000.
In his spare time, he volunteers for Innovation Law Lab and the Gonzaga Alumni Mentor Program.
Brandon Johnson
Brandon Johnson is an entrepreneur, business mentor, and avid investor in new business start-ups. He started his entrepreneurial career in 1998 as the sole employee and founder of Johnson RV, which he launched with only a single pre-owned motorhome from his front yard. He grew the business from being the only employee into a multi- location dealership with over $100,000,000 in sales annually, over 100 employees and multiple awards.
Brandon is also passionate about investing and mentoring founders. His investments include Handful, Adopets Inc., and Diamond E Testing, and Brandon is consistently eager to help other entrepreneurs and advise them in turning a business idea into a reality.
Brandon is invested in giving back to the community and has volunteered his time with multiple nonprofit organizations. He enjoys volunteering for good causes like Financial Beginnings where he can help educate young individuals to be successful. Brandon’s voluntarism extends further as he chaired a committee for Candle Lighters and participates in the yearly “Ride for a Child” event, helping to generate critical funds and awareness for children and families battling cancer in Oregon.
