Joris Poort

Yo, so let me tell you about Joris Poort. This guy’s the real deal in the startup world, and his story is pretty damn inspiring. He’s a YC W12 alum, which means he jumped into the scene back in 2012, not exactly the early days, but still a solid time to be in the game.

Before all the startup hustle, Joris was grinding at some big names, McKinsey, Boeing, and even the University of Michigan. That’s a crazy mix, right? Like, he’s got that consulting brain, the engineering and tech chops from Boeing, and the academic creds from college. You can tell he’s someone who’s always been curious, always been about pushing boundaries.

But what really makes him stand out? He took all that experience and jumped into the cloud computing space with Rescale. And no cap, they crushed it. Rescale is this significant platform that’s all about high-performance cloud computing, basically, making complex simulations and engineering tasks way faster and more accessible. It’s not just a small startup; they got recognized big time, landing on YC’s Top Companies list in 2019, which is a huge badge of honor.

What this says about Joris? Dude’s not just about the tech or the money. He’s super motivated by solving real-world problems. His process shows that he’s all about taking the skills he’s gathered over the years and applying them to make an impact, whether that’s through consulting, aerospace, or now cloud computing. It’s like he’s constantly changing, always jumping into the future trend, and not afraid to take risks.

Starting something from scratch? He’s been there. Building Rescale wasn’t just about making a quick buck, it was about rethinking how high-performance computing works. And he’s been recognized for it, not just by YC but also by the industry. That’s the kind of guy who’s in it for the long haul, who’s got that entrepreneurial fire burning.

Bottom line? Joris Poort is one of those founders who’s got the brains, the hustle, and the vision. He’s proof that if you combine curiosity, experience, and a bit of risk-taking, you can really shake up an industry. And honestly, he’s just getting started.