Dimitri Trembois brings a unique combination of financial services expertise and startup ecosystem experience to his role as founder of Lighthouse Search Fund. His career trajectory reflects a deliberate progression from hands-on operational roles to strategic investment and entrepreneurship.
Education
Dimitri earned his Bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of California, San Diego, where he graduated with honors. His academic foundation provided the analytical framework and business acumen that would prove instrumental in his later success in both operational and investment roles.
2023 - Present
Founder
Lighthouse Search Fund
Founded and leads a search fund focused on acquiring software tools for solopreneurs. Develops investment strategy, manages portfolio companies, and oversees all operational aspects. Pioneered a dual-approach combining brand-based search fund strategies with micro-SaaS portfolio acquisition.
2020 - 2023
Account Executive - Large Accounts
Guideline
Managed relationships with enterprise clients for the leading retirement planning platform. Developed expertise in complex financial product sales, client relationship management, and business development within the fintech sector. Advanced through multiple promotions based on exceptional performance.
2018 - 2020
Senior Account Executive
Guideline
Demonstrated exceptional sales performance and client management skills, leading to rapid promotion. Specialized in mid-market accounts and developed deep understanding of retirement planning industry dynamics and regulatory requirements.
2017 - 2018
Account Executive
Guideline
Initial role at Guideline focusing on new client acquisition and onboarding. Quickly established reputation for consultative selling approach and deep product knowledge. Built foundation in financial services and technology sales.
2015 - 2017
Account Manager
Levanto Financial
Developed foundational skills in client relationship management and business development within the financial services industry. Gained experience in portfolio management, client retention strategies, and financial product positioning.
Investment & Finance
Portfolio Management
Due Diligence
Financial Analysis
Risk Assessment
Search Fund Strategy
Sales & Business Development
Enterprise Sales
Client Relationship Management
Strategic Partnerships
Market Analysis
Revenue Optimization
Technology & SaaS
SaaS Business Models
Product-Market Fit Analysis
Tech Stack Evaluation
Growth Metrics
Platform Integration
Leadership & Strategy
Team Building
Strategic Planning
Operational Excellence
Stakeholder Management
Vision Development
This diverse background has equipped Dimitri with a unique perspective on both the operational challenges facing growing businesses and the strategic considerations essential for successful acquisitions. His experience spans the entire spectrum from individual contributor to executive leadership, providing deep insights into organizational dynamics and growth strategies.
The transition from eight years in the tech startup ecosystem to founding a search fund represents a natural evolution of his interests and expertise. His hands-on experience with financial services technology, combined with his understanding of startup culture and rapid scaling, positions him uniquely to identify and develop software businesses serving the solopreneur market.