The Team
Who We Are

Sergei Tchetvernykh
Founder & CEOCEO
Sergei founded BRC Capital Partners in 2011, bringing with him decades of experience as an entrepreneur, banker, and innovator. Before launching the venture capital firm, Sergei co-founded Infinium Group, a high-frequency trading giant, where he harnessed his passion for AI and technology to push the boundaries of algorithmic trading.
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Sergei's career began in global finance, with roles at JP Morgan, Credit Suisse, and Merrill Lynch, where he worked in New York, London, and Kyiv. His years on Wall Street provided him with unparalleled training and a deep understanding of financial markets. Along the way, he earned recognition as an Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist and a "Top 40 Under 40" award recipient.
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With a degree in finance from the Richard Ivey School of Business and an early academic focus on cybernetics, Sergei combines technical expertise with a strategic vision. He is deeply committed to helping exceptional founders not only develop groundbreaking ideas but also execute with precision - a quality he considers essential for success.
Sergei believes in grit, accountability, and the power of meaningful partnerships to transform industries.
At BRC Capital Partners, he actively supports investees through board leadership, effective project management, and, when needed, a hands-on approach to ensure scalable success.
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"Who you listen to and why, are the single most important and challenging questions any entrepreneur can ask themselves."
– Sergei Tchetvertnykh
Toby O'Connor
Partner
With a career spanning roles as an officer in The Brigade of Guards and an international investment banker at J.P. Morgan, Toby has consistently worked within cultures of excellence. These experiences have shaped his approach to fostering growth and success in entrepreneurial management teams and emerging companies.
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As the former CEO of a transitioning merchant bank, Toby has firsthand knowledge of building organizational cultures that drive long-term success. He emphasizes the importance of people, governance, and creating an environment where companies can thrive. His ability to blend strategic vision with hands-on leadership has made him a trusted partner to growth-stage companies and founders navigating complex markets.
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Toby holds an Executive Master’s degree in International Strategy and Diplomacy from the London School of Economics. This experience, alongside his work with senior executives from diverse sectors, reinforced his belief in the importance of learning, adapting, and embracing new perspectives to address challenges and opportunities in today’s fast-paced marketplace.
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His expertise spans private equity, sovereign wealth funds, and innovative sectors such as preventative healthcare, sustainable engineering, fintech, and manufacturing. Toby has worked on market-leading transactions, including buyouts, reorganizations, sales processes, and capital market strategies.
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"Every great company was started by a person with a vision. No great company was built by one person alone."
-Toby O'Connor


Olga Tchetvertnykh
Partner
Olga brings a rare combination of expertise in digital marketing strategy, governance, operations, and venture capital. Since 2011, she has worked alongside visionary founders to drive innovation, scale businesses, and deliver meaningful results across diverse industries.
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With an Executive MBA from Ivey Business School and an ICD.D designation from Rotman School of Management, Olga offers a deep understanding of corporate governance, strategic decision-making, and operational excellence. Her leadership is rooted in practical experience as a founder of Magenta Studio Group and Build Your Presence, where she developed and executed transformative digital strategies that empowered entrepreneurs to establish impactful brands and expand market presence.
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At BRC Capital Partners, Olga focuses on providing strategic counseling, operational guidance, and tailored solutions to exceptional founders striving to disrupt industries. She shares the firm’s belief that the world’s toughest challenges can be overcome by passionate minds ready to push boundaries and innovate.
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Drawing on years of experience as an entrepreneur and operator, Olga values meaningful partnerships. Her work spans sectors such as martech, AI, big data and consumer goods, where she leverages her expertise to support founders in achieving scalable success.
Lisa Rose
Product Manager
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