Zak Schwarzman
General Partner at MetaProp, Adjunct Professor, and PropTech investor
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New York
Joined August 2025
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Zak Schwarzman is a leading venture capitalist with a strong focus on PropTech, guiding early-stage startups that are revolutionizing the real estate industry. As a General Partner at MetaProp, he actively manages investment strategies, fund execution, and provides close support to portfolio companies, leveraging his extensive experience in seed, multi-stage, and corporate venture capital. metaprop+3
Beyond his investment roles, Zak shares his expertise as an Adjunct Associate Professor at Columbia Business School, where he teaches a graduate venture capital seminar. This academic engagement highlights his commitment to nurturing the next generation of venture capitalists and entrepreneurs, drawing from his practical experience in the field. columbia+2
His career demonstrates a consistent trajectory in venture capital, starting with internships during his MBA at firms like Canaan Partners, AOL Ventures, and LearnCapital, and later serving as a Principal at Gotham Ventures. This diverse background has equipped him with a broad understanding of various investment strategies and emerging technological sectors. metaprop+3
Work
Education
Writing
Why We're Doubling Down on Pest Share
September 1, 2025This blog post details MetaProp's continued investment in Pest Share, a subscription-based platform designed to redefine pest control for property managers.
Behind the Build: How Milo is Pioneering Crypto-Backed Mortgages
July 1, 2025An article where Zak Schwarzman discusses Milo, a company pioneering crypto-backed mortgages.
Behind the Build: How BuildOps is Powering the Future of Commercial Contracting
April 1, 2025An article by Zak Schwarzman discussing BuildOps and its role in commercial contracting.
Mo' Money, Mo' Problems? Why Predicting An NYC Tech Bubble Is Just A Juicy Headline
An article discussing the NYC tech bubble, written during his time as an InSITE Fellow.
Hobbies
He enjoys CrossFit, evidenced by a LinkedIn post mentioning his participation in a CrossFit class in South Brooklyn. linkedin
Notes
CGCharlotte Glattsaid they've seen
ZSZak Schwarzman
make impressive investments in proptech or construction tech companies.Oct 16, 2025
VGVictor Gutweinsaid
ZSZak Schwarzman
is one of the most knowledgeable investors they know in proptech.Sep 29, 2025
MVMatthew Vinesaid
ZSZak Schwarzman
is one of their favorite investors in proptech, construction tech, or real estate tech.Jun 25, 2025