Brian Williams

Brian Schechter is a Partner at Primary Venture Partners, where he has been working since July 2020. He is involved in investing in early-stage companies and supports founders in developing their businesses from the ground up.14 Before joining Primary Venture Partners, Schechter co-founded and served as CEO of SelfMade from 2015 to 2020 and co-founded HowAboutWe.com, which was acquired in 2014.12

Schechter's career also includes roles as a board member for various companies such as SparkAI, OnAir, Balanced, Plural, and SelfMade.1 His background is diverse, with experiences in teaching, political organizing, and startup leadership, which he credits with preparing him for his role in venture capital.2 Schechter emphasizes the importance of being present and supportive for founders, drawing on his own experiences as an entrepreneur.2

He is based in the New York City Metropolitan Area and has a notable presence in the venture capital community, often sharing insights on navigating paths into VC investing.13