Bob Goodman founded two successful telecommunications companies before joining Bessemer Venture Partners, where he became the founding partner of the firm's New York office and has helped over 15 companies reach successful exits over more than 20 years. His investment approach centers heavily on his conviction about specific CEOs and founders, sometimes making deals contingent on particular leadership, while maintaining a consistent focus on communications infrastructure and software companies. Bob Goodman founded two successful telecommunications companies before joining Bessemer Venture Partners, where he became the founding partner of the firm's New York office and has helped over 15 companies reach successful exits over more than 20 years. His investment approach centers heavily on his conviction about specific CEOs and founders, sometimes making deals contingent on particular leadership, while maintaining a consistent focus on communications infrastructure and software companies.