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    Brandon Yahn

    Partner & Co-Founder at Convivialité Ventures

    Brandon Yahn is a prominent figure in the venture capital and business development landscape, currently serving as a Partner and Co-founder at Convivialité Ventures.12 Here's a comprehensive overview of his professional background:

    Current Roles

    • Partner & Co-Founder at Convivialité Ventures (2017 - Present)1
    • Board Member at Bartesian (2022 - Present)5
    • Board Observer at Sanzo5
    • Board Member at Boisson (2022 - Present)5

    Professional Experience

    Brandon has an extensive career spanning various industries and roles:

    • Pernod Ricard: Partner at Convivialité Ventures (2017 - Present)1
    • AvantStay: Investor & Board Observer (2018 - Present)1
    • Student Loans Guy: Founder and CEO (2016 - 2018)1
    • Credit Karma: Director of Business Development (2015 - 2016)1
    • SavingStar, Inc.: Vice President of Business Development (2014 - 2015)1
    • Datalogix: Director of Business Development (2012 - 2014)1
    • Foundation Capital: Young Entrepreneur (2011 - 2012)1
    • Evernote: Business Development Intern (2011)1
    • Mars & Co: Consultant (2007 - 2010)1
    • Accenture: Business Analyst (2006 - 2007)1

    Education

    • MBA from University of California, Berkeley - Walter A. Haas School of Business (2010 - 2012)1
    • BS from West Virginia University (2002 - 2006)1

    Expertise and Focus

    Brandon Yahn specializes in consumer technology investments and venture capital. At Convivialité Ventures, he leads North American investments and focuses on technology companies that are transforming social experiences, entertainment, and shared experiences.23 His work involves identifying promising startups, conducting due diligence, and supporting portfolio companies post-investment.2

    Brandon's expertise in the consumer tech and venture capital space has earned him recognition as one of the 50 emerging leaders in corporate venturing in 2023.4

    Highlights

    Emerging Leaders 2023: Brandon Yahn -
    Aug 17 · youtube.com
    Convivialite Ventures Partner, Brandon Yahn, Pernod Ricard portfolio
    Convivialite Ventures Partner, Brandon Yahn, Pernod Ricard portfolio

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    Experience

    Partner & Co-Founder at Convivialité Ventures (2017 - Present)
    Partner - Convivialité Ventures at Pernod Ricard (2017 - Present); Investor & Board Observer at AvantStay (2018 - Present); Founder, CEO at Student Loans Guy (2016 - 2018); Director, Business Development at Credit Karma (2015 - 2016); Vice President, Business Development at SavingStar, Inc. (2014 - 2015); Director, Business Development at Datalogix (2012 - 2014); Young Entrepreneur at Foundation Capital (2011 - 2012); Business Development Intern at Evernote (2011); Consultant at Mars & Co (2007 - 2010); Business Analyst at Accenture (2006 - 2007); Intern Consultant at H.B. Maynard (2005)

    Education

    MBA from University of California, Berkeley - Walter A. Haas School of Business (2010 - 2012); BS from West Virginia University (2002 - 2006)

    Location

    San Francisco, California, United States