Marker

Marker LLC is a venture capital firm based in New York, with additional operations in Herzliya, Israel. Founded in 2011, the firm focuses on early to growth-stage investments across a diverse range of industries including technology, media, marketing, healthcare, and cybersecurity. Marker is known for its “intelligent investing” approach, aiming to back companies that can drive significant innovation in their sectors. The firm’s portfolio includes notable companies such as Yotpo, Claroty, and Taboola, with investments that have led to multiple successful exits through IPOs and acquisitions. Marker has been particularly active in supporting tech-enabled solutions that address complex industry challenges. For instance, Claroty, a cybersecurity company focused on IoT security, became one of its standout unicorns, achieving substantial growth in recent years. Marker’s investments typically range from $1 million to $10 million, reflecting a strategy of providing sufficient capital to help companies scale effectively. The firm’s leadership team, including co-founders Rick Scanlon, Thomas Pompidou, and Ohad Finkelstein, brings extensive experience from various sectors, providing strategic guidance to their portfolio companies. Marker maintains a global outlook, actively investing in the U.S. and Israel, and collaborates with other major venture firms to maximize the growth potential of its investments. With a strong track record of successful investments, Marker continues to be a key player in fostering tech innovation across its focus regions.