Ann Bordetsky

Ann Bordetsky is a seasoned venture capital investor at New Enterprise Associates (NEA), specializing in early-stage AI Application Stack, consumer, and enterprise technologies. She actively focuses on the future of work, wellness, and commerce sectors, backing companies like Perplexity, ElevenLabs, and Twelve Labs. Her investment strategy is driven by a deep conviction in founders, product velocity, and market timing, particularly in emerging markets. annbordetsky+3

With over a decade of operating experience prior to her venture career, Ann has been instrumental in building and scaling iconic tech companies. She held significant business development and strategic roles at Uber and Twitter during their hyper-growth phases, and served as Chief Operating Officer of Rival Inc, which was acquired by Live Nation/Ticketmaster. Her operational background allows her to provide valuable strategic assistance to founders, particularly in areas like hiring, market expansion, and partnerships. annbordetsky+2

Ann is a strong advocate for diversity in the tech ecosystem, actively supporting underrepresented founders, with 60% of her angel investment portfolio being female-founder led companies. Her career path, starting from policy work in Washington D.C. focused on environmental issues, demonstrates a consistent drive to create fundamental human progress through technology and make a positive impact on the world. mercury+3

Ann brings a unique perspective shaped by her immigrant upbringing from Chelyabinsk, Russia, instilling in her a value for economic empowerment. This personal history influences her investment choices, drawing her to companies that provide access to knowledge and opportunities, believing that AI has the potential to help people learn new skills and languages, thus fostering economic growth. fortune