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John
Paukulis
John Paukulis, Chairman & Director, is a visionary leader in entertainment, technology, venture building, and AI-driven marketing. With over 30 years of experience, he has pioneered digital innovations, from launching Hollywood’s first movie URL in a tv spot, to driving $1B+ in Paramount Pictures marketing campaigns as a studio executive. His expertise in AI-powered consumer engagement, brand scaling, and multi-million-dollar M&A deals fuels Butterpie Venture Studio’s rapid growth. His track record of working with A-list celebrities and orchestrating successful brand exits frames Butterpie as the ultimate launchpad for the next generation of creator-led businesses.
Paul
Shrater
Paul Shrater, Founding General Partner & Chief Consumer Products Officer at Butterpie, is a seasoned entrepreneur with 20+ years in e-commerce, logistics, and brand development. As co-founder of Minimus.biz, he scaled a multi-million-dollar enterprise handling $1B+ in GMV. He ensures Butterpie’s creator-led brands are built for rapid growth, operational efficiency, and high-value exits.
Vishal
Shukla
Vishal Shukla, Founding General Partner & Chief Digital Officer at Butterpie, is an AI pioneer with 20+ years in enterprise technology, data-driven automation, and venture scaling. As CEO of Rysun Labs, with over 400 developers, he's provided tech solutions for dozens of Fortune 1000 companies. His expertise in data analytics, automation, and e-commerce ensures Butterpie’s brands scale, maximizing investor returns.
Sabastian Enges
Sabastian Enges, Founding General Partner, Chief Sales Officer & Creator Mentor at Butterpie, is a high-impact sales strategist, content creator, and performance coach with 19M+ likes. As the founder of Quantum Academy, he has mentored thousands in peak performance, sales mastery, and brand monetization. His expertise in creator psychology, and revenue acceleration ensures Butterpie brands dominate the market.
Rashid Garbadawala
Rashid Garbadawala, Chief Financial Officer at Butterpie, is a seasoned finance leader with 25+ years of M&A, private equity, and strategic finance expertise, having executed 50+ acquisitions and exits, including a $1.1B sale. A Wharton graduate, he has led businesses with up to $4 billion in revenue, managing global finance transformations across 100+ countries, driving record profitability. His expertise in deal structuring, investor returns, and financial transparency drives Butterpie’s growth strategy and fast-tracked high-value exits.
