Ongun Ozdemir

Ongun Ozdemir is a seasoned professional in the venture capital industry with extensive experience in various positions. Currently serving as a Sr. Venture Associate at RootstockLabs since August 2022, Ongun is involved with a leading Layer Two Bitcoin blockchain with significant total value locked. Ongun's previous roles include Venture Associate at Ada Ventures, where a focus on inclusive investment practices is emphasized, and a Data Team Member at Diversity VC, dedicated to increasing accessibility in venture capital. Additional experience includes an Analyst role at VC Lab, contributing to the launch of numerous VC funds, and an Analyst position at Portfolio Ventures focusing on early-stage tech companies. Ongun also has experience as a Venture Fellow at SMOK Ventures and roles in media and customer relations at Kaplan. Educational background includes a degree from the University of Kent.