Andreessen Horowitz

Founded in 2009 by Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz, Andreessen Horowitz is a venture capital firm based in Menlo Park, California. The firm specializes in incubating and investing in startups across various stages, from seed to late-stage funding. It primarily focuses on sectors such as technology, including software, cloud computing, enterprise software, and consumer Internet. Additionally, it invests in emerging fields like artificial intelligence, fintech, and healthcare, specifically targeting companies at the intersection of technology and life sciences, such as digital therapeutics and computational medicine. Andreessen Horowitz is committed to fostering innovation and supporting companies that contribute to American dynamism, while strategically avoiding investments in areas like clean energy, transportation, and consumer retail.

Anish Acharya

General Partner

Eric Alby

Partner

Ryan Allen

Partner

Seema Amble

Partner

Jeffrey Amico

Partner and Director of Crypto Startup School

Kofi Ampadu

Partner

Marc Andrusko

Partner

Alicia Barone

Events Partner

Peter Blackwood

Partner

Michael Blau

Partner

Jeff Bramel

Partner, Investing

Sam Broner

Partner

Elena Burger

Deal Partner

Quinten Burgunder

Partner

LeeAnn Caballero

Partner

Connie Chan

General Partner

Sharon Chang

Operating Partner

Zachary Chen

Associate Partner

Alexander Chia

Partner

Zach Cohen

Investor

Annie Collins

Investment Partner

Emma Cooper

Deal Analyst and Chief of Staff

Brian Crnkovich

Partner

Sebastian Cua

Partner and Chief of Staff

Stacy D'Amico

Operating Partner

Allison Davis

Partner

Zach Dicker

Partner

Jay Drain Jr.

Partner, Crypto

JT Evans

Partner

Bryan Faust Ph.D

Investing Partner

Ethan Ferreira

Partner

Pamon Forouhar

Partner, Business Operations

Jason Franklin

Limited Partner

David Garcia

Partner

John Garcia

Firm Operations Partner

Joel de la Garza

Operating Partner

David George

General Partner

Caroline Goggins

Investing Partner, Growth team

Grant Gregory

Partner

Michele Griffin

Partner

Robin Guo

Investment Partner

David Haber

General Partner

Andrea Hall

Partner on the Go-to-Market team

Mason Hall

Partner

Tom Hammer

Partner

Elizabeth Harkavy

Partner

Ronnie Harris

Partner

Leila Abu-Sharr

Partner, Market Development

Oliver Hsu

Partner

Alex Immerman

Partner

Nicole Irvin

Partner

Mindy Isenstein

Partner

Peter Johnson

Partner

Jeff Jordan

Managing Partner

Justin Kahl

Partner

Brad Kern

Operating Partner

Bryan Kim

Partner

Blake Kim

Partner, Enterprise Capital Network

Troy Kirwin

Investment Partner

James Kissell

Partner

Scott Kupor

Managing Partner

Justin Larkin

Partner, Bio Team

Peter Lauten

Partner

Andrew Lee

Partner

Peter Levine

General Partner

Jennifer Li

Enterprise Investment Partner

Yoko Li

Partner

Ginger Liau

Partner, Bio Fund

Kristine Lipscomb

Partner

Bowen Liu

Investing Partner

Seth Lobree

Partner

Insiya Lokhandwala

Partner

Isaiah Lott

Partner

Joshua Lu

Investing Partner, Games Fund One

Josh Lu

Investing Partner, GAMES FUND ONE

Ryan McEntush

Partner

Mehul Mehta

Deal Partner

Michelle V.

Investment Partner

Jeanne Moeschler

Partner

Jason Mok

Operating Partner

Olivia Moore

Consumer Partner

John O'Farrell

General Partner

Nelson Perla-Ward

Partner

Jessica Peterson

Partner - EBC Program and Operations Manager

Becky Pferdehirt Ph.D

Investment Partner

Jewel Pi

Operations Partner

Rajko Radovanovic

Investment Partner

Santiago Rodriguez Lebrija

Partner

Maggie Romero

Co-COO and Operating Partner, Bio+Health

Jason Rosenthal

Operating Partner and Head of Crypto Startup Accelerator

Jay Rughani

Investment Partner

Michael Sandwick

Partner, Consumer

Gil Shafir

Partner

Kristina Shen

General Partner

Jeffrey Silverstein

Partner

Arianna Simpson

General Partner

Sumeet Singh

Partner

Steven Sinofsky

Board Partner

Jack Soslow

Partner

Matt Spence

Partner

Nicole Stanners

Fundraise and IR Partner

Angela Strange

General Partner

Jeffrey Stump

Operating Partner

Jamie Sullivan

Partner

Robert H. Swan

Operating Partner

Satish Talluri

Partner

Kimberly Tan

Investment Partner

Carol Tang

Partner

Adela Tomsejova

Partner, Bio + Health

Dalton Turay

Partner

Gabriel Vasquez

Partner

Melissa Wasser

Partner of Fintech Capital Network

Tyler Wilson

Partner

Daisy Wolf

Investing Partner

Carra Wu

Partner, Crypto Investments

Kevin Wu

Partner

Guy Wuollet

Partner

Shangda Xu

Partner

Zeya Yang

Partner

JJ Yu

Partner, Capital Network

David Ulevitch

General Partner

Frank Chen

Partner

Jonathan Lai

Investment Partner

Matt Bornstein

Partner

Past deals in Surveillance

Flock Safety

Series F in 2025
Flock Safety specializes in security solutions centered around automated license plate recognition (ALPR) cameras, which are utilized by neighborhoods, law enforcement agencies, and businesses. Their primary product captures and analyzes vehicle license plates to aid in crime prevention and resolution. The system not only helps local law enforcement by providing critical data during investigations but also proactively alerts them when stolen vehicles enter monitored areas. This technology fosters community engagement, allowing residents to assist in maintaining safety by sharing relevant information with police. By integrating the efforts of communities, schools, and law enforcement, Flock Safety aims to create safer environments while prioritizing privacy and data protection.

Shield AI

Series F in 2025
Shield AI Inc is a San Diego-based company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence systems for national security and first responders. Founded in 2015, the company creates products that enhance safety for service members and civilians through advanced AI technologies. Its prominent offerings include Nova, an autonomous quadcopter drone equipped with lidar technology, capable of navigating in GPS-denied environments to provide real-time imagery and mapping for military operations. Additionally, the company’s Hivemind software allows various unmanned vehicles, including drones and aircraft, to operate autonomously without GPS or human intervention, thereby maintaining maneuverability in contested settings. Shield AI also incorporates the V-BAT, a vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, which has demonstrated resilience in challenging regions such as the Black Sea and the Middle East. The company aims to transform defense operations through innovative machine learning applications, enabling unmanned systems to perform complex tasks in dynamic and unscripted environments.

Saronic

Series B in 2024
Saronic is building cutting-edge unmanned surface vehicles that enable maritime security and domain awareness by combining hardware, software, and artificial intelligence into one scalable, fully integrated platform. These vehicles integrate advanced hardware, software, and artificial intelligence to create a scalable and fully integrated platform aimed at enhancing the capabilities of naval and maritime forces. Saronic's products are designed for defense and surveillance applications, offering comprehensive operational capabilities.

Aerodome

Series A in 2024
Aerodome is a developer of Drone-As-First-Responder technology designed to enhance public safety operations by enabling agencies to deploy drones for various missions. The company focuses on providing automated and remote air support capabilities that improve response times for search and rescue, disaster response, and law enforcement activities. By integrating fully automated drone systems, Aerodome offers a 24/7 operational solution, which reduces the reliance on patrol officers for immediate responses to calls, thereby streamlining emergency operations and increasing efficiency for public safety agencies worldwide.

Saronic

Series A in 2023
Saronic is building cutting-edge unmanned surface vehicles that enable maritime security and domain awareness by combining hardware, software, and artificial intelligence into one scalable, fully integrated platform. These vehicles integrate advanced hardware, software, and artificial intelligence to create a scalable and fully integrated platform aimed at enhancing the capabilities of naval and maritime forces. Saronic's products are designed for defense and surveillance applications, offering comprehensive operational capabilities.

Aerodome

Seed Round in 2023
Aerodome is a developer of Drone-As-First-Responder technology designed to enhance public safety operations by enabling agencies to deploy drones for various missions. The company focuses on providing automated and remote air support capabilities that improve response times for search and rescue, disaster response, and law enforcement activities. By integrating fully automated drone systems, Aerodome offers a 24/7 operational solution, which reduces the reliance on patrol officers for immediate responses to calls, thereby streamlining emergency operations and increasing efficiency for public safety agencies worldwide.

Skydio

Series E in 2023
Skydio, Inc. is a drone manufacturer based in Redwood City, California, founded in 2014. The company designs, assembles, and supports advanced drones that leverage artificial intelligence to enhance user experience. Skydio's drones are utilized in various sectors, including public safety, inspection, and defense, catering to consumers, enterprises, and government customers. Their products feature an array of cameras and proprietary computer vision technology that allows for real-time obstacle recognition and avoidance, enabling autonomous flight and intelligent decision-making. The company's initial offering was the R1 drone, which could autonomously track and film targets without human intervention. This was followed by the Skydio 2, which was more affordable and boasted improved tracking capabilities. The flagship model, the X2, is equipped with advanced features such as night vision and 100x zoom, allowing ordinary users to operate drones with ease. Skydio is supported by prominent investors and strategic partners, contributing to its growth in the competitive drone market.

Saronic

Seed Round in 2023
Saronic is building cutting-edge unmanned surface vehicles that enable maritime security and domain awareness by combining hardware, software, and artificial intelligence into one scalable, fully integrated platform. These vehicles integrate advanced hardware, software, and artificial intelligence to create a scalable and fully integrated platform aimed at enhancing the capabilities of naval and maritime forces. Saronic's products are designed for defense and surveillance applications, offering comprehensive operational capabilities.

Shield AI

Series E in 2022
Shield AI Inc is a San Diego-based company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence systems for national security and first responders. Founded in 2015, the company creates products that enhance safety for service members and civilians through advanced AI technologies. Its prominent offerings include Nova, an autonomous quadcopter drone equipped with lidar technology, capable of navigating in GPS-denied environments to provide real-time imagery and mapping for military operations. Additionally, the company’s Hivemind software allows various unmanned vehicles, including drones and aircraft, to operate autonomously without GPS or human intervention, thereby maintaining maneuverability in contested settings. Shield AI also incorporates the V-BAT, a vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, which has demonstrated resilience in challenging regions such as the Black Sea and the Middle East. The company aims to transform defense operations through innovative machine learning applications, enabling unmanned systems to perform complex tasks in dynamic and unscripted environments.

Flock Safety

Series E in 2022
Flock Safety specializes in security solutions centered around automated license plate recognition (ALPR) cameras, which are utilized by neighborhoods, law enforcement agencies, and businesses. Their primary product captures and analyzes vehicle license plates to aid in crime prevention and resolution. The system not only helps local law enforcement by providing critical data during investigations but also proactively alerts them when stolen vehicles enter monitored areas. This technology fosters community engagement, allowing residents to assist in maintaining safety by sharing relevant information with police. By integrating the efforts of communities, schools, and law enforcement, Flock Safety aims to create safer environments while prioritizing privacy and data protection.

Ambient.ai

Venture Round in 2022
Ambient.ai is an AI-powered physical security platform that focuses on preventing security incidents through advanced computer vision technology. The company provides real-time human-level perception capabilities, allowing organizations to create safer and more efficient environments. Its platform includes features such as near real-time event detection and intuitive search functionalities, which enable users to swiftly identify and respond to security threats. By enhancing response capabilities and improving overall security posture, Ambient.ai aims to transform how organizations manage physical security challenges.

Shield AI

Series D in 2021
Shield AI Inc is a San Diego-based company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence systems for national security and first responders. Founded in 2015, the company creates products that enhance safety for service members and civilians through advanced AI technologies. Its prominent offerings include Nova, an autonomous quadcopter drone equipped with lidar technology, capable of navigating in GPS-denied environments to provide real-time imagery and mapping for military operations. Additionally, the company’s Hivemind software allows various unmanned vehicles, including drones and aircraft, to operate autonomously without GPS or human intervention, thereby maintaining maneuverability in contested settings. Shield AI also incorporates the V-BAT, a vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, which has demonstrated resilience in challenging regions such as the Black Sea and the Middle East. The company aims to transform defense operations through innovative machine learning applications, enabling unmanned systems to perform complex tasks in dynamic and unscripted environments.

Flock Safety

Series D in 2021
Flock Safety specializes in security solutions centered around automated license plate recognition (ALPR) cameras, which are utilized by neighborhoods, law enforcement agencies, and businesses. Their primary product captures and analyzes vehicle license plates to aid in crime prevention and resolution. The system not only helps local law enforcement by providing critical data during investigations but also proactively alerts them when stolen vehicles enter monitored areas. This technology fosters community engagement, allowing residents to assist in maintaining safety by sharing relevant information with police. By integrating the efforts of communities, schools, and law enforcement, Flock Safety aims to create safer environments while prioritizing privacy and data protection.

Anduril Industries

Series D in 2021
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that designs, manufactures, and deploys advanced hardware and software products to address complex national security challenges for the United States and its allies. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Irvine, California, the company specializes in developing cutting-edge solutions, including the Lattice Platform—an artificial intelligence system that integrates real-time data into a cohesive operational picture—and the Sentry Tower, which consolidates data from various electromagnetic sources. Additionally, Anduril produces the Ghost sUAS, a man-portable unmanned aerial system capable of executing numerous missions autonomously, and the Anvil sUAS, designed for precision interception of drone threats with human operator verification. Through its innovative technologies, Anduril aims to enhance military capabilities and border surveillance, ensuring the safety and effectiveness of those serving in defense of national interests.

Skydio

Series D in 2021
Skydio, Inc. is a drone manufacturer based in Redwood City, California, founded in 2014. The company designs, assembles, and supports advanced drones that leverage artificial intelligence to enhance user experience. Skydio's drones are utilized in various sectors, including public safety, inspection, and defense, catering to consumers, enterprises, and government customers. Their products feature an array of cameras and proprietary computer vision technology that allows for real-time obstacle recognition and avoidance, enabling autonomous flight and intelligent decision-making. The company's initial offering was the R1 drone, which could autonomously track and film targets without human intervention. This was followed by the Skydio 2, which was more affordable and boasted improved tracking capabilities. The flagship model, the X2, is equipped with advanced features such as night vision and 100x zoom, allowing ordinary users to operate drones with ease. Skydio is supported by prominent investors and strategic partners, contributing to its growth in the competitive drone market.

Skydio

Series C in 2020
Skydio, Inc. is a drone manufacturer based in Redwood City, California, founded in 2014. The company designs, assembles, and supports advanced drones that leverage artificial intelligence to enhance user experience. Skydio's drones are utilized in various sectors, including public safety, inspection, and defense, catering to consumers, enterprises, and government customers. Their products feature an array of cameras and proprietary computer vision technology that allows for real-time obstacle recognition and avoidance, enabling autonomous flight and intelligent decision-making. The company's initial offering was the R1 drone, which could autonomously track and film targets without human intervention. This was followed by the Skydio 2, which was more affordable and boasted improved tracking capabilities. The flagship model, the X2, is equipped with advanced features such as night vision and 100x zoom, allowing ordinary users to operate drones with ease. Skydio is supported by prominent investors and strategic partners, contributing to its growth in the competitive drone market.

Anduril Industries

Series C in 2020
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that designs, manufactures, and deploys advanced hardware and software products to address complex national security challenges for the United States and its allies. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Irvine, California, the company specializes in developing cutting-edge solutions, including the Lattice Platform—an artificial intelligence system that integrates real-time data into a cohesive operational picture—and the Sentry Tower, which consolidates data from various electromagnetic sources. Additionally, Anduril produces the Ghost sUAS, a man-portable unmanned aerial system capable of executing numerous missions autonomously, and the Anvil sUAS, designed for precision interception of drone threats with human operator verification. Through its innovative technologies, Anduril aims to enhance military capabilities and border surveillance, ensuring the safety and effectiveness of those serving in defense of national interests.

Anduril Industries

Series B in 2019
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that designs, manufactures, and deploys advanced hardware and software products to address complex national security challenges for the United States and its allies. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Irvine, California, the company specializes in developing cutting-edge solutions, including the Lattice Platform—an artificial intelligence system that integrates real-time data into a cohesive operational picture—and the Sentry Tower, which consolidates data from various electromagnetic sources. Additionally, Anduril produces the Ghost sUAS, a man-portable unmanned aerial system capable of executing numerous missions autonomously, and the Anvil sUAS, designed for precision interception of drone threats with human operator verification. Through its innovative technologies, Anduril aims to enhance military capabilities and border surveillance, ensuring the safety and effectiveness of those serving in defense of national interests.

Shield AI

Series B in 2019
Shield AI Inc is a San Diego-based company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence systems for national security and first responders. Founded in 2015, the company creates products that enhance safety for service members and civilians through advanced AI technologies. Its prominent offerings include Nova, an autonomous quadcopter drone equipped with lidar technology, capable of navigating in GPS-denied environments to provide real-time imagery and mapping for military operations. Additionally, the company’s Hivemind software allows various unmanned vehicles, including drones and aircraft, to operate autonomously without GPS or human intervention, thereby maintaining maneuverability in contested settings. Shield AI also incorporates the V-BAT, a vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, which has demonstrated resilience in challenging regions such as the Black Sea and the Middle East. The company aims to transform defense operations through innovative machine learning applications, enabling unmanned systems to perform complex tasks in dynamic and unscripted environments.

Shield AI

Series A in 2018
Shield AI Inc is a San Diego-based company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence systems for national security and first responders. Founded in 2015, the company creates products that enhance safety for service members and civilians through advanced AI technologies. Its prominent offerings include Nova, an autonomous quadcopter drone equipped with lidar technology, capable of navigating in GPS-denied environments to provide real-time imagery and mapping for military operations. Additionally, the company’s Hivemind software allows various unmanned vehicles, including drones and aircraft, to operate autonomously without GPS or human intervention, thereby maintaining maneuverability in contested settings. Shield AI also incorporates the V-BAT, a vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, which has demonstrated resilience in challenging regions such as the Black Sea and the Middle East. The company aims to transform defense operations through innovative machine learning applications, enabling unmanned systems to perform complex tasks in dynamic and unscripted environments.

Orchid Labs

Venture Round in 2018
Orchid Labs is an open-source project committed to ending surveillance and censorship on the internet. Orchid uses an overlay network built upon the existing internet, which is driven by a peer-to-peer tokenized bandwidth exchange, creating a more inclusive, liberated internet. Orchid Labs was founded in 2017 by Dr. Steven Waterhouse, Jay Freeman, Brian J. Fox, Gustav Simonsson, and Stephen Bell.

Skydio

Series B in 2018
Skydio, Inc. is a drone manufacturer based in Redwood City, California, founded in 2014. The company designs, assembles, and supports advanced drones that leverage artificial intelligence to enhance user experience. Skydio's drones are utilized in various sectors, including public safety, inspection, and defense, catering to consumers, enterprises, and government customers. Their products feature an array of cameras and proprietary computer vision technology that allows for real-time obstacle recognition and avoidance, enabling autonomous flight and intelligent decision-making. The company's initial offering was the R1 drone, which could autonomously track and film targets without human intervention. This was followed by the Skydio 2, which was more affordable and boasted improved tracking capabilities. The flagship model, the X2, is equipped with advanced features such as night vision and 100x zoom, allowing ordinary users to operate drones with ease. Skydio is supported by prominent investors and strategic partners, contributing to its growth in the competitive drone market.

Ambient.ai

Seed Round in 2017
Ambient.ai is an AI-powered physical security platform that focuses on preventing security incidents through advanced computer vision technology. The company provides real-time human-level perception capabilities, allowing organizations to create safer and more efficient environments. Its platform includes features such as near real-time event detection and intuitive search functionalities, which enable users to swiftly identify and respond to security threats. By enhancing response capabilities and improving overall security posture, Ambient.ai aims to transform how organizations manage physical security challenges.

Shield AI

Series A in 2017
Shield AI Inc is a San Diego-based company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence systems for national security and first responders. Founded in 2015, the company creates products that enhance safety for service members and civilians through advanced AI technologies. Its prominent offerings include Nova, an autonomous quadcopter drone equipped with lidar technology, capable of navigating in GPS-denied environments to provide real-time imagery and mapping for military operations. Additionally, the company’s Hivemind software allows various unmanned vehicles, including drones and aircraft, to operate autonomously without GPS or human intervention, thereby maintaining maneuverability in contested settings. Shield AI also incorporates the V-BAT, a vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, which has demonstrated resilience in challenging regions such as the Black Sea and the Middle East. The company aims to transform defense operations through innovative machine learning applications, enabling unmanned systems to perform complex tasks in dynamic and unscripted environments.

Skydio

Series A in 2016
Skydio, Inc. is a drone manufacturer based in Redwood City, California, founded in 2014. The company designs, assembles, and supports advanced drones that leverage artificial intelligence to enhance user experience. Skydio's drones are utilized in various sectors, including public safety, inspection, and defense, catering to consumers, enterprises, and government customers. Their products feature an array of cameras and proprietary computer vision technology that allows for real-time obstacle recognition and avoidance, enabling autonomous flight and intelligent decision-making. The company's initial offering was the R1 drone, which could autonomously track and film targets without human intervention. This was followed by the Skydio 2, which was more affordable and boasted improved tracking capabilities. The flagship model, the X2, is equipped with advanced features such as night vision and 100x zoom, allowing ordinary users to operate drones with ease. Skydio is supported by prominent investors and strategic partners, contributing to its growth in the competitive drone market.

Skydio

Seed Round in 2015
Skydio, Inc. is a drone manufacturer based in Redwood City, California, founded in 2014. The company designs, assembles, and supports advanced drones that leverage artificial intelligence to enhance user experience. Skydio's drones are utilized in various sectors, including public safety, inspection, and defense, catering to consumers, enterprises, and government customers. Their products feature an array of cameras and proprietary computer vision technology that allows for real-time obstacle recognition and avoidance, enabling autonomous flight and intelligent decision-making. The company's initial offering was the R1 drone, which could autonomously track and film targets without human intervention. This was followed by the Skydio 2, which was more affordable and boasted improved tracking capabilities. The flagship model, the X2, is equipped with advanced features such as night vision and 100x zoom, allowing ordinary users to operate drones with ease. Skydio is supported by prominent investors and strategic partners, contributing to its growth in the competitive drone market.
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