Ari Gootnick

“Ari and his contributions to the On Deck Scale team were invaluable. His attention to even the minutest of details was exceptional, and his ability to collaborate across different business units was unparalleled. On Deck was growing at an exceptional rate, and so his talent for swiftly establishing systems from the ground up (and pivoting when needed) was a consistent asset. Above all, he was not only productive but genuinely enjoyable to work with as he consistently brought both curiosity and enthusiasm to the table. Having had the privilege to both collaborate on and oversee his work, I can wholeheartedly recommend Ari for any role or challenge he chooses to pursue.”

“I had the privilege of working with Ari over the past year and highly recommend him. Ari is extremely thoughtful, hard-working, and empathetic toward customers and teammates alike. At Knowable, a seed-funded startup, Ari was asked to wear a number of hats as the company evolved, and he wore them all with grace and alacrity -- from managing social media, to customer support, to product research, and general operations, among other roles. Ari has a growth mindset and is always learning: he quickly adapted to the changing needs of the company and I'm confident that Ari will continue to compound his professional skills over the course of his career. I also want to mention Ari's consistent eagerness to help the entire team, not just the teammates with whom he worked directly. Ari will be a valuable addition to any team that's lucky enough to hire him. ”

“Ari was a pleasure to work with at Bird. Ari has a rare and unique combination of hustle, passion, empathy, and creativity that made him a valuable asset to the team. He's also an overall fun and optimistic person to have in the office. Ari always kept energy and morale high - something that's important at a startup moving at a breakneck speed.”

“It’s my pleasure to recommend Ari Gootnick for a position at your organization. Ari and I have worked together at Euphoria Music & Camping Festival for over 2 years, with him most recently reporting to me as our Marketing Coordinator. He is a dependable, quick-thinking resource, with both an eye for detail and ability to think outside the box. When I give Ari a difficult task, he will tackle it head-on and deliver meaningful results. And when Ari sees a an opportunity go above and beyond his role, he will step up and take ownership of a situation without being asked. When someone needs help with a project, he is quick to support. He has a positive demeanor and is well-liked by staff members and partners alike. I feel that he always represents both himself and the company well. I am excited to see how his career progresses and hope for the opportunity to work with him again. ”