Aram Adajian

Mr. Adajian brings over a decade of experience in asset management, venture capital, and public/private partnerships to his role as Executive Director of Venture Capital at Manhattan West. Over the course of his career, he has managed a diverse portfolio of clients, investments, and funds, focusing on breakthrough technologies and international market strategies. His investment approach emphasizes support for high-impact companies at the forefront of Deep Technology including AI&ML, Defense, and Space Innovation.

Prior to joining Manhattan West, Mr. Adajian worked across both public and private sectors, including a role on the Los Angeles Mayor’s International Trade and Investment team, where he supported global capital flow initiatives and public-private investment strategies. During his tenure, he collaborated with over a dozen international delegations and dignitaries from the UAE, ASEAN, EU, and the UK, helping position Los Angeles as a strategic gateway for innovation and global investment.

Mr. Adajian earned a Bachelor of Arts in Geography from the University of California, Los Angeles, and holds dual graduate degrees from Indiana University—a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in International Business Relations, and a Master of Science in Finance with a specialization in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.

When not in the office, Mr. Adajian is an avid traveler, reader, and horologist. He is also a member of “Next Gen In” a mentorship and financial literacy initiative committed to preparing the next generation of students for impactful careers in STEM, Finance, and Entrepreneurship.