Ari Gefen
About Ari Gefen
Ari Gefen is a Senior Enterprise Account Manager at Feather, where he has worked since 2021, focusing on innovative furnishing solutions that reduce environmental impact. He has a background in international relations and has held various roles in account management and operations across multiple organizations.
Work at Feather
Ari Gefen has been serving as the Senior Enterprise Account Manager at Feather since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing the company's enterprise offerings and has successfully partnered with WeWork and other significant clients across the United States. His contributions have been instrumental in expanding Feather's availability to major cities, including New York City, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington D.C., and Texas. Prior to his current position, he worked as an Enterprise Account Manager at Feather for 11 months in 2021.
Education and Expertise
Ari Gefen earned a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Affairs from The George Washington University, where he studied from 2008 to 2012. He also studied Pre-Law at Universitat Pompeu Fabra for one year from 2010 to 2011. His expertise includes cross-functional workflow design and logistics, which enhances operational efficiency for enterprise clients. His focus on reducing environmental impact and increasing adaptability for businesses is evident in his work at Feather.
Background
Ari Gefen has a diverse professional background. He began his career as a Project Management Assistant at Gefen LLC in 2011. He then progressed to roles at the National Trust for Historic Preservation as a Public Affairs Intern in 2012, followed by positions at Ankura Consulting Group as a Junior Associate and later as an Associate from 2013 to 2016. He also held the position of Director of Operations at WESTERLIND from 2018 to 2020, where he gained valuable operational experience.
Previous Experience
Before joining Feather, Ari Gefen accumulated significant experience in various roles. At Ankura Consulting Group, he worked as an Associate for two years after starting as a Junior Associate. His experience at WESTERLIND included serving as both a Sales Associate and Director of Operations, contributing to his understanding of sales and operational strategies. This diverse experience has equipped him with a unique skill set that he applies in his current role.