Brendan Dickinson

Brendan Dickinson is a General Partner at Canaan Partners, where he has been since 2010, leading the firm's fintech practice. His investment focus includes fintech infrastructure and platform companies, particularly those that leverage technology for operational efficiency. He has played a significant role in various investments, including Marvin, a B2B payments platform in Brazil, where he serves on the board following a $15 million Series A investment in May 2022.134

Education and Background

Brendan holds an MBA in Finance and Entrepreneurship from New York University’s Stern School of Business, a Master's degree in Computer Science from Brown University, and a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Bowdoin College. Before joining Canaan, he worked as a senior quantitative analyst at Lehman Brothers and Barclays Capital.23

Contributions and Interests

In addition to his investment activities, Brendan is involved in discussions around fintech innovation and has authored articles on various topics related to financial technology. He is recognized for his insights into the evolving landscape of fintech, particularly in emerging markets like Brazil.14 Outside of work, he enjoys skiing and rock climbing, and he shares a passion for music with his family.3