Parker Thompson is a seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and software developer with vast experience working with startups. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Informatics and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Washington. Additionally, he studied Intellectual Property Law, Technology, and Information at the UC Berkeley School of Information.

Throughout his career, Thompson has held various high-profile positions, including General Partner at TNT Ventures, Partner at AngelList, and Partner at SAX Capital. He has also worked as a Director of Business Development and Senior Engineer at Pivotal Labs and co-founded PlaceSite, a location-based social network. Furthermore, Thompson has served as a Data Archivist at Internet Archive, a nonprofit digital library.

Thompson is passionate about intellectual property law, and his experience in the intellectual property field has equipped him with vast knowledge and skills in the area. He is a strong advocate for embracing smart people and enjoys brainstorming and exchanging ideas. Thompson has an unquenchable thirst for startup success, which has driven him to invest and work with numerous startups, including 500 Startups, where he served as a partner.