Jim Andelman

Co-founder and Managing Director at Bonfire Ventures

Jim Andelman is a prominent venture capitalist and currently serves as a Board member and Investor at GitStartHQ, a company that is part of Y Combinator's Summer 2019 batch. He is also the Co-founder and Managing Director of Bonfire Ventures, which focuses on seed-stage funding for B2B software companies. His extensive career spans over two decades in venture capital, where he has been involved in various successful investments and board memberships across multiple startups.

Professional Background

Bonfire Ventures: Co-founder and Managing Director since January 2017, focusing on early-stage investments in B2B software.
Rincon Venture Partners: Founded in 2005, where he served as Managing Partner prior to Bonfire Ventures.
Previous Experience: Jim has held significant roles in technology investment banking and venture capital, including leading software investing at Broadview Capital Partners and working at Alex. Brown & Sons in technology investment banking.

Education

Jim holds an MBA with highest distinction from the Amos Tuck School at Dartmouth College and a BS in Economics, magna cum laude, from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.

Personal Insights

In his professional philosophy, Jim emphasizes the importance of integrity and teamwork among founding teams. He is known for his calm and consistent guidance, helping startups navigate complex challenges during their early stages. Outside of work, he enjoys outdoor activities with his family, including camping and skiing.1 2 3 4