General Catalyst is a venture capital firm established in 2000 and based in San Francisco, California. The firm specializes in early-stage and growth equity investments across various sectors, including consumer, enterprise, fintech, cryptocurrency, and health assurance. By fostering an environment conducive to growth, General Catalyst aims to accelerate the development of innovative ideas and companies. The firm provides mentorship and connects clients with experienced professionals to enhance their potential for success. As a Registered Investment Adviser, General Catalyst has managed a total of eight venture capital funds, accumulating approximately $3.75 billion in capital commitments.
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Adrian Abeijon
Investor
Allen CPA, Mark J.
CFO
Neeraj Arora
Managing Director, Investment Team
Juliet Bailin
Principal
Bhargava, Marc
Managing Director
Larry Bohn
Managing Director
Teresa Carlson
President, General Catalyst Institute
Kenneth Chenault
Chairman and Managing Director
Clark, Quentin J.
Managing Director
Mark Crane
Partner
Joel Cutler JD
Co-Founder and Managing Director
Chris Davis
Partner
Kyle Doherty
Managing Director
David Fialkow
Co-Founder and Managing Director
Diana Hong
Investor
Mina Hsiang
Associate
Nmachi Jidenma
Partner
Christopher Kauffman
Principal
Zak Kukoff
Principal
Paul Kwan
Managing Director
Karanveer Mohan
Managing Director, Investment Team
Priya Mohan
Partner, Investment Team
Deep Nishar
Managing Director
Dipchand Nishar
Managing Director
Reva Nohria
Investor
Trevor Oelschig
Managing Director
Tyler Olkowski
Investor
David Orfao
Managing Director and Co-Founder
Pranay Orugunta
Healthcare Investor
Mo Punjwani
Associate, Investments
Candace Richardson
Principal
Rimpel, Max
Partner
Sam Rosen
Growth Investor
Pranav Singhvi
Partner
Bill Skarinka
Associate
Hemant Taneja
CEO and Managing Director
Alexander Tran
Managing Director
Catherine Tu
Partner, Investment Team
Adam Valkin
Managing Director
Elena Viboch
Partner
Andrea Wang
Principal, Early Stage Investment
Nathaniel Levy-Westhead
Partner, Investment Team
Peter Boyce II
Partner
Deep Nishar
Managing Director and Member of the Management Committee
Roy Mabrey
Partner, Investment Team
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Magma
Seed Round in 2023
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