Team
Freddy Del Barrio
Freddy Del Barrio is the founder of Companion. An investor and operator with experience building and scaling ventures across technology, hospitality, and private markets, his work centers on long-term value creation and mission-aligned capital. Companion reflects his belief that technology should strengthen human connection, increase dignity, and expand access to meaningful daily support. Based in Europe and the United States, he focuses on building systems that endure.
Aydin Coskun
Aydin Coskun is an advisor, investor, and engineering leader with a track record building and scaling AI and machine learning systems. His experience spans leadership roles at Apple (via the Topsy Labs acquisition), Pivotal (through IPO), Intel, and Shell Oil. He has led teams at the intersection of infrastructure, data, and product execution — translating complex technical strategy into products used by hundreds of millions of people daily. Prior to his career in technology, he served as a NATO Joint Task Force intelligence operator and platoon leader, where he developed a foundation in high-stakes decision-making, clarity under pressure, and accountable leadership. Today, he works with founders and teams as a strategic partner — sharpening vision, strengthening execution, and helping turn ambitious ideas into durable businesses.
Samuel Hootini
Samuel Hootini is an engineer and technical leader who has served as CTO across healthcare, real estate, e-commerce, and digital services. He has built and led engineering teams from the ground up — including running a seven-person technology department for a nine-figure marketing agency over a three-year tenure. His work spans cloud architecture, custom application development, and full technical strategy, with a focus on turning complex operational problems into reliable, scalable systems. At Companion, he owns the entire technical function, from infrastructure through product deployment.