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Ariel Sterman

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Partner at Bessemer Venture Partners
📍 Israel

Ariel Sterman is a Partner in Bessemer Venture Partners Israel office, focusing on data infrastructure, Vertical AI, fintech, and gaming. He earned his business degree from NYU Stern and was named to Forbes 30 Under 30 for Israel. He is also the host of "The B Sides" podcast, which explores founder journeys.

Originally from New Jersey, Ariel moved to Israel in 2018 to connect with and impact the local startup ecosystem. He is passionate about aligning his professional pursuits with his personal values. Outside of venture capital, he teaches weekly classes on Jewish spirituality and philosophy for students and tech workers.

He is an avid reader of "The Lord of the Rings, " having read the series several times over.

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Experience
7 Years
Current Role
Partner
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Israel
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Israeli Tech Ecosystem
Moved to Israel in 2018 to invest in local entrepreneurs and make a meaningful impact on the country's startup ecosystem.
AI & Gaming
Focuses investments on Vertical AI and gaming companies. His portfolio includes companies like Sett AI, a leader in Agentic AI for Gaming.
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Career

Work history

8-2018
Partner
Bessemer Venture Partners
8-2024
Investor
Ryft
4-2023
Board Director
Sett
1-2022
Board Director
Apron
8-2019
Board Observer
Choco
In the press

Media appearances

Bessemer Venture Partners promotes Ariel Sterman as its newest Partner based in Israel. Featured in Bessemer Venture Partners (News)
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Bessemer Venture Partners appoints Ariel Sterman as Partner - CTech. Featured in Calcalist Tech (CTech)
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Education
2011 - 2014
B.S
NYU Stern School of Business
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