Andy Chen is a mechanical engineer turned venture capitalist, well-known for his work in Silicon Valley. He has an impressive track record of investing in startups and helping them grow into successful businesses. Chen studied MS in Mechanical Engineering, Applied Plasma Physics, and B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Theater, Political Science from the prestigious University of California, San Diego - Jacobs School of Engineering.

Chen's professional experience includes being a General Partner at Coatue Management, partnering Kleiner Perkins, a Science, Technology, and Weapons Analyst at Central Intelligence Agency, and a Manager, Engineering Recruiting at Riviera Partners. He has invested in various successful startups like Chime, Scale AI, Figma, and Reliable Robotics Corporation. Additionally, he serves on the board of directors for two non-profits, the San Francisco SPCA, and Challenge Success.

Chen's background as a mechanical engineer and plasma physicist makes him an expert in the field of mechanics and technology. As a venture capitalist, he is experienced in analyzing businesses and is an expert in helping them grow. He is passionate about helping entrepreneurs and serves on the board of directors for two non-profits.