Ian Blanco.

Founder · Angel Investor · Former USA Taekwondo Athlete

Hey, I'm Ian.

I went from competing in Taekwondo to building software and backing ambitious founders.

I'm currently building AI-powered financial tools, exploring Physical AI, and sharing my journey in public.

About

Ian Blanco

Years on the mat taught me discipline, speed, and how to perform under pressure. Now I apply the same mindset to tax, finance, and technology, building automation systems and backing founders at the frontier.

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Where I'm betting

Three areas I want to back.

Physical AI

01.

Physical AI

Robotics, autonomous systems, intelligent hardware, and applications of AI in the physical world.

Vertical Financial AI

02.

Vertical Financial AI

AI-native tools automating niche financial workflows, particularly tax, audit, accounting, financial compliance, and specialized financial operations.

Sports Technology & Injury Prevention

03.

Sports Technology & Injury Prevention

Physical AI, biomechanics, rehabilitation technology, wearables, and injury prevention for athletes.

Currently building

What I'm working on.

Latest writing

Theses & notes.

First essays coming soon.

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Building in one of these spaces?

I'd love to hear what you're working on. Whether you're raising, experimenting, or just getting started, reach out.

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