Yotam Rosenbaum

Yo, have you heard of Yotam Rosenbaum? Dude’s a straight-up legend in the startup game. He’s a YC W11 alum, but what’s crazy is his process’s all about jumping into the deep end and making shit happen.

So, Yotam started out in music, like legit Berklee College of Music, no joke. Dude was a pro musician in LA, living that dream. But then he saw some bullshit in the music world, how hard it is for indie artists and bands to get noticed, promoted, and make a real splash. That struggle lit a fire in him, and bam, he co-founded Earbits, a music streaming and promotion platform. Think of it like Google AdWords for music, but for indie artists. That thing crushed it, helping over 15,000 bands and 600 labels get their shine. And in 2015, he cashed out, Earbits got acquired.

But Yotam’s not the type to just chill after a win. Nah, he’s all about the hustle. He jumped into investing, backing more than 400 YC startups, especially in Australia where he’s become one of the most active YC supporters down under. Dude’s not just throwing money around, he’s mentoring, sharing his experience, really helping founders crush it.

And he’s involved in a bunch of orgs like 77 Partners, qutbluebox, and Personal Note Productions, though we don’t have all the deets on his exact roles. Still, it’s clear he loves building and backing projects, always pushing the limits.

What’s his story say about him? The guy’s all about solving problems he cares about. His background in music shows he’s deeply creative, but he’s also got that entrepreneurial fire, turning frustration into innovation. Starting Earbits wasn’t just about making a buck, it was about fighting for indie artists, giving them a platform when nobody else would. That’s what’s so inspiring, he’s driven by real impact, not just the fame or the money.

Yotam’s process is a perfect example of what it means to really start something, taking your passion, facing the bullshit, and turning it into something big. He’s proof that if you see a problem that bugs you enough, you can build a whole new way around it. And now, he’s out here supporting the next gen, making sure founders get the shot he once did.

Bottom line? Yotam Rosenbaum is the real deal, a musician turned startup pioneer, a YC vet who’s crushing it as an investor, mentor, and supporter of the startup system. No cap, this guy’s just getting started.