Mara Chaben

Mara Chaben is a seasoned venture capital professional currently serving as Principal at Hawke Ventures since January 2022, where the focus is on early-stage investments in commerce enablement technology. Prior to this role, Mara co-founded and served as CEO of ZenStop, a B2B employee wellbeing app recognized by notable clients and media outlets. Additional experience includes a role at Summit, an organization dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship and creativity. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in International Relations from the University of Michigan, along with studies at UCLA's Mindful Awareness Research Center and The Hebrew University of Jerusalem.