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Hani Azzam

Hani Azzam

Principal at Propeller, Founder of Viaka, and Community Builder

hani-azzam
Boston, Massachusetts
Joined February 2026
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Summary

Hani Azzam demonstrates a consistent commitment to community building and fostering startup ecosystems, particularly evident through his co-founding of Viaka, which connects MENA's startup builders, investors, and operators, and his active involvement with Startup Boston and TechWadi. His role at Silicon Valley Bank as VP of Startup Banking further solidified this focus, where he aimed to connect founders with essential resources, capital, and networks. viaka+2
With experience spanning venture capital, product management, and customer experience, Hani has developed a multifaceted skill set in the tech and finance industries. His journey from an Operations Associate at Freebird to Principal at Propeller, with stops at Capital One and Plus Venture Capital, highlights a dynamic career progression focused on supporting and investing in early-stage ventures. nfx
Hani's academic background in International Relations from Tufts University and Sciences Po Paris, combined with his early co-founding of a lawn care business and a blog on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, suggests a foundation rooted in global awareness, entrepreneurial spirit, and a keen interest in social impact. wordpress+2

Work

Education

Writing

Why I joined SVB!

January 1, 2024

An article detailing his reasons for joining Silicon Valley Bank as a Vice President of Startup Banking, emphasizing SVB's role in the startup ecosystem and its community-building efforts, particularly in Boston.

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Working as a Venture Partner with Plus.VC

March 1, 2021

An article announcing and discussing his role as a diaspora venture partner with Plus.VC, focusing on connecting the fund with promising founders in the MENA region's global diaspora.

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Until Next Year in Jerusalem

A blog co-founded to discuss the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, showing an early interest in international relations and social commentary.

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Hobbies

Played varsity soccer in high school. wordpress

Notes

CMChris Madden1said
HAHani Azzam
stands out as one of the best early-stage venture capital investors they know.

Aug 22, 2026

CMChris Madden1said
HAHani Azzam
has added unique value as a member of a VC firm.

Jun 9, 2026

CMChris Madden1said they've seen
HAHani Azzam
successfully invest in companies commercializing university research or deep tech.

May 13, 2026

WSWaleed Shaaranisaid that if they were raising a friends and family or angel round,
HAHani Azzam
would be among their first calls as a potential investor.

Jan 15, 2026

CMChris Madden1said
HAHani Azzam
is one of the most globally minded investors they've worked with.

Oct 6, 2025