George Damouny

George Damouny is a prominent figure in the startup and venture capital community, particularly associated with Plug and Play Tech Center. Here are some key points about his background and career:

Current Role

George Damouny is currently a Partner at Plug and Play Ventures, a position he has held since April 2018. He is based in Sunnyvale, California.1

Career at Plug and Play

Damouny joined Plug and Play Tech Center in April 2014 as an Associate and has since progressed through various roles, including Senior Associate and Principal before becoming a Partner. He was one of the early full-time hires on the ventures team, marking his 10-year anniversary in April 2024.23

Initiatives and Partnerships

He has been instrumental in co-founding several verticals within Plug and Play, including:

• Plug and Play Fintech: Partnered with major financial institutions like Santander, BNP Paribas, US Bank, and others.
• Plug and Play Retail: Partnered with companies such as Panasonic, Toshiba, Target, and many more.1

International Involvement

Damouny has also been involved in international initiatives, serving as a Founding Member of BNP Paribas Plug and Play in Paris, a Founding Board Member of Lafayette Plug and Play in Paris, and a Founding Board Member of Plug and Play - Fashion for Good in Amsterdam.1

Education

He holds a B.A. in Behavioral Science with a minor in Communications in the Information Age from San Jose State University, where he was recognized on the President's List and Dean's Scholars List. He also studied abroad in Beijing, China, and briefly at The Communication University of China in 2013.1

Other Experience

Before joining Plug and Play, Damouny worked in various roles, including Business Development and Growth at Vision Upright MRI, co-founded Tourmee, and worked as a server at Chili's while attending college.1

Languages

He is proficient in English, Japanese, and Arabic.1

Overall, George Damouny is known for his dedication to the startup community, his role in fostering innovation through Plug and Play's various initiatives, and his extensive experience in venture capital and business development.