Josh Hechtman

Investor at Bessemer Venture Partners

Spokane, Washington

Overview

Josh Hechtman is currently an Investor at Bessemer Venture Partners, based in Spokane, Washington. With a Bachelor's Degree from Stanford University, he has gained valuable experience in venture capital and commercial strategy, having worked with notable firms like General Atlantic, Verdagy, Global Founders Capital, and Orbia Ventures. Highlights of Josh's career include his roles as a Summer Analyst at General Atlantic and his experience in commercial strategy at Verdagy, showcasing his expertise in investment analysis and strategic planning within the venture capital industry.

Work Experience

Stanford University

Course Developer and Co-Instructor
2025 - Current
Created and co-teach a new course on Models of Israeli-Arab Cooperation and Pathways to Peace. Guest lectures from Former US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, HRH Prince Turki Al Faisal, Former Prime Minister Salam Fayyad, Ambassador Daniel Shapiro, Former Deputy Prime Minister Jawad Anani, Ambassador Dennis Ross, Tom Friedman, and Ghaith al-Omari, alongside Stanford faculty.

Hoover Institution, Stanford University

Research Assistant to LTG (Ret.) H.R. McMaster, the 26th United States National Security Advisor
2024
Iran and the Middle East

Stanford Center for International Security and Cooperation (CISAC)

Honors Student in International Security Studies
2024
Advised by Former US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice & Former Undersecretary of Defense for Policy Colin Kahl