Partner, Co-founder, SmartGateVC
Ashot Arzumanyan is co-founder and partner at Glendale-based SmartGateVC, where he spearheads investments in physical artificial intelligence, neurotechnology and cybersecurity. Since 2018, he has co-led initial rounds for over 40 deep-tech startups originating at institutions such as the California Institute of Technology and M.I.T. Arzumanyan also focuses on connecting frontier founders and university research.
Favorite charity or cause: Tumo Center for Creative Technologies
Favorite book: “Loonshots” by Safi Bahcall
Favorite pastime or hobby: Hiking
Favorite restaurant for fun: Momed
Favorite quote: “Today is difficult. Tomorrow is much more difficult. But the day after tomorrow is beautiful. Most people die tomorrow evening.”