Jonathan (Jono) Herrman 何天赐

Jonathan 何天赐 is a prominent figure in the Australian startup and innovation scene. He is a devoted supporter of efforts to network members of this ecosystem on Sydney's north shore. With a diverse background that includes engineering, HR, M&A, and entrepreneurship, he brings a wealth of experience to his current role as the Chair of the North Sydney Innovation Network (NSIN). Additionally, Jonathan is passionate about family office issues, including family dynamics, philanthropy, and investments in higher-risk assets by younger generations. Jonathan is also an active investor in Australian startups, Sydney-based VC, and in Israel. He is a strong advocate for closer ties between the tech and investment communities of both countries.

Jonathan is an alumnus of the Australian Graduate School of Management, the University of New South Wales, and the Governance Institute of Australia. He also holds an MBA from the prestigious London Business School. His professional background includes working as an engineer in telecommunications, a family branch representative in the corporate sale of a family business, running a coworking space, and now contributing to all things related to the digital economy and impact tech. He is open to meeting new people over coffee and discussing anything related to his areas of interest and expertise.