Mandy Salzman

Mandy Salzman is a prominent venture capital investor currently serving as a Principal at Smash Capital, a later-stage investment firm that specializes in consumer internet and technology companies. She co-founded Smash Ventures and has been instrumental in guiding investments in various high-profile companies.

Professional Background

• Current Position: Principal at Smash Capital since 2022, focusing on investments ranging from $100K to $5M, with a sweet spot around $1.5M. The firm's current fund size is approximately $500 million.23
• Previous Experience:
  • Founding Principal at Smash Ventures (2019 - Present)
  • Investor in companies like Reddit, DuckDuckGo, and Epic Games.1
  • Worked at The Walt Disney Company as part of their corporate venture group, where she identified new business opportunities from 2015 to 2019.13

Recognition

Mandy was named in Forbes 30 Under 30 in the Venture Capital category in 2016, highlighting her impact in the industry at a young age.14

Education

She graduated from the University of Southern California - Marshall School of Business, further solidifying her foundation in business and finance.

Mandy Salzman continues to influence the venture capital landscape through her strategic investments and leadership at Smash Capital.