Rayouf Alhumedhi

Biography

Rayouf Alhumedhi is an investor based in Bessemer’s New York office.  Before joining, Rayouf spent time in consumer and technology, having worked in consumer insights at Netflix and Adidas. She also worked at Canvas Ventures in Palo Alto and the Saudi-based VC firm, Khwarizmi Ventures. 

Rayouf earned a Master’s degree in mechanical engineering and a Bachelor’s degree in product design from Stanford University. In 2017, she gained recognition in Forbes 30 Under 30 for her creation of the headscarf emoji. Her interests include delving into design history and culture; she collaborated on a zine with Dr. Martens and frequently explores modern art museums.