Shanti Bergel

Shanti Bergel is a renowned figure in the game industry, boasting 30 years of experience and the title of founding partner at Transcend.

With a diverse background in global operations across various platforms and business models, Shanti thrives on understanding how technology and distribution impact products, services, and communities.

Apart from his esteemed role as an investor, Shanti is a Techcrunch List member, fluent in Japanese, and frequently shares insights on early stage investment, M&A, and strategic partnerships within digital entertainment.

His educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Japanese and International Studies from the University of Oregon, along with studies in Japanese Language, Business, and Literature at Waseda University.

Shanti's professional journey has seen him hold significant positions such as Managing Director at Transcend Fund, and previous roles as an investor across a myriad of companies like Polygon Technology, Venly, C2X, IndiGG, and many others.

Prior to his current endeavors, Shanti Bergel served in key leadership roles including Executive Vice President at FunPlus, Board Member at IUGO Mobile Entertainment, Senior Vice President at GREE, Inc., and various positions at Electronic Arts such as Head of Business Development & Publishing at Playfish, among others.

His career also includes co-founding Qbiquity and serving in roles like Founding Member of Business Development at Netyear Group Corporation and Director of Product Marketing at Interplay Entertainment Corp.

Shanti Bergel's wealth of experience, especially in the gaming industry, positions him as a valuable asset with insights into investments, strategic partnerships, and the impact of technology on entertainment.

With his extensive network and deep understanding of the digital landscape, Shanti continues to make significant contributions to the industry and remains a sought-after speaker and advisor.