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Arteen Arabshahi

Arteen Arabshahi

General Partner at Fika Ventures, B2B software investor

Los Angeles, California
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Joined April 2025
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Summary

Arteen Arabshahi is a seasoned venture capitalist who initially co-founded Fika Ventures, then transitioned to an operating role at Route, and has now returned to Fika Ventures as a General Partner. His career path demonstrates a unique blend of investment acumen and hands-on operational experience, providing him with a holistic understanding of startup ecosystems. He focuses on B2B software and marketplaces, leading investments from $1M-$5M into $2M-$8M rounds. fika+2
Known for his 'Game Changer' approach, Arteen entered the tech world through cold-emailing and quickly made a name for himself. He was recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30 and Business Insider 30 and Under, highlighting his early impact in the venture capital space and his ability to identify and cultivate promising investments. He contributes to TechCrunch, Forbes, and Business Insider. arizona+1
His operational stint as SVP of Strategy at Route, an e-commerce shipping and insurance company, provided him with invaluable experience in scaling a business from Series A to over $100M in revenue. This experience has deepened his perspective on supporting founders, emphasizing the importance of team over idea and genuine relationship-building. fika+2
Arteen is a University of Arizona Eller College of Management alumnus, graduating magna cum laude with a BSBA in Finance and Entrepreneurship. His academic background, combined with his professional journey, underscores his foundational understanding of business, finance, and innovation. He also cares deeply about mental health awareness, equal access to opportunity, and performing arts. arizona

Work

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Writing

Homecoming: Why I’m Back to Investing and Fika Ventures

October 1, 2024

A blog post detailing his return to Fika Ventures after four years of operating experience at Route. He reflects on his journey, the lessons learned as an operator, and his renewed commitment to venture capital.

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Why I’m leaving Venture Capital to join Route

September 1, 2020

A personal reflection on his decision to transition from venture capital to an operating role at Route, discussing the benefits and downsides of VC and his desire for new challenges and skills.

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So, you want to support small businesses right now? Here’s how

April 1, 2020

A blog post offering advice on supporting small businesses, published during a period of economic uncertainty.

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What I learned from traveling alone

January 1, 2019

A personal blog post reflecting on insights gained from solo travel.

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Book notes #1 — Shoe Dog

January 1, 2017

Book notes and reflections on 'Shoe Dog' by Phil Knight.

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Hobbies

Enjoys outdoor activities, attending concerts, and performing at open mic poetry slams. arizona

Advocates for mental health awareness and equal access to opportunity. arizona

Notes

DWDavid Waxmansaid they consider
AAArteen Arabshahi
among the top Principals, Associates, or Partners they've worked with in venture capital.

Oct 21, 2025

TATy Ahmad-Taylorsaid they've seen
AAArteen Arabshahi
play a key role in making standout pre-seed investments as a general partner.

Jul 29, 2025

CHCharles Hudsonsaid
AAArteen Arabshahi
is one of the most insightful venture capital investors they've worked with.

Jul 18, 2025