Team


Art Berliner
Managing Director

Mr. Berliner is a venture capital pioneer. He co-founded Walden in 1974 with George Sarlo and is known for his expertise in consumer, retail, and e-commerce businesses.

He also co-founded Walden International and Walden Israel, two venture firms with over $1.5 billion in combined committed capital under management that invest in high technology opportunities primarily in Asia and Israel, respectively.

Mr. Berliner has led more than 100 investments in technology and consumer companies over his career in the venture business. His experience as a director of private and public companies represents a valuable resource for Walden's portfolio companies.

Experience:
Research, Sales, and Corporate Finance roles at Sutro & Company

Past Boards:
Natural Wonders (IPO), Optical Specialties (IPO), Gymboree (IPO), Eagle Hardware & Garden (IPO), Buca Di Beppo (IPO), Printronix (IPO), and Lexicon (IPO)

Current Boards:
Gump's (Chairman of the Board) and Glam (Observer)

Education:

Mr. Berliner received a Bachelor and Master of Business Administration with Honors from the University of California at Berkeley.

 

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