Benji Markoff

Benji Markoff is a seasoned entrepreneur and business leader with extensive experience in founding and managing innovative ventures. Currently serving as Co-Founder at Padel United Sports Club and President of both SJA58 and The Chazak Academy, Markoff is dedicated to enhancing wellness and fostering entrepreneurship among adolescents. Previously, Markoff was an Operating Partner at Interplay Ventures and Co-Founder of Scale Underwriting and ReShield, where the latter focuses on insurance solutions for real estate portfolios. Markoff also founded and led Founder Shield, a commercial insurance brokerage aimed at the startup community, and served as President of the New York Venture Community, connecting entrepreneurs and venture capitalists. Markoff's career began in sales and marketing roles, complemented by a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and Accounting from Yeshiva University.