Yannis Moore

Founder & Managing Partner at Montfort Ventures

Yannis Moore is a corporate member of the Keiretsu Forum, which is recognized as the largest accredited angel investor syndicate in the United States. He holds this position as of January 2024. In addition to his role at Keiretsu Forum, Moore is the Founder and Managing Partner of Montfort Ventures, where he has been actively involved since March 2023. His work primarily focuses on helping startups raise early-stage funding, having assisted clients in securing over $15 million in total funding.1 2

Moore has a diverse background in finance and investment management. He previously worked as an Investment Representative at Gerber Kawasaki Wealth & Investment Management and held internship positions at UBS Wealth Management and National CineMedia. His educational credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from California Lutheran University and an MBA in International Business from the University of Paris - Sorbonne Pantheon.1 2

In addition to his corporate roles, Moore volunteers as a Startup Mentor for the French Consulate in Los Angeles, aiding French entrepreneurs in connecting with U.S. investors.2 He is bilingual in French and English, reflecting his dual citizenship in France and the United States.1 2

Experience

Founder & Managing Partner at Montfort Ventures since March 2023

Director of Capital at Beyond Flight, VC Scout & Investor Relations Associate at Funden, Sales Executive at VistaJet, Product Specialist at ICON Aircraft, Account Executive at Surf Air

Education

MBA in International Business from IAE Paris - Sorbonne Business School (2020-2022), BS in Business Administration and Management from California Lutheran University (2011-2015)