Scott Friend

Scott Friend

VC

Partner, Bain Capital Ventures

Commerce AI applications software operator investor

New York, NY3 notable investments
SeedSeries ASeries B+
CommerceAIEnterprise SaaSMarketplaces

Background

Scott Friend is a Partner at Bain Capital Ventures specializing in commerce and AI application software. He previously founded a successful commerce-tech analytics company backed by Bain Capital, growing it from seed to exit, giving him firsthand founder experience. He believes great founders see the future and create success through vision and persuasion of customers, employees, and partners.

Investment Focus

Stages

SeedSeries ASeries B+

Sectors

CommerceAIEnterprise SaaSMarketplaces

Based in: New York, NY (North America)

Notable Investments

Last updated: Jun 11, 2026