Bruce Evans

Founder and President at Evans Capital

Bruce R. Evans, the founder and president of Evans Capital, is a prominent American venture capitalist, corporate director, and philanthropist. Here are some key points about his background and career:

Education

Evans graduated from Vanderbilt University with a Bachelor of Engineering degree in mechanical engineering and economics in 1981.
He earned an MBA from Harvard Business School.2 3 6

Career

Evans began his career as a salesman for IBM in Louisville, Kentucky.
Since 1986, he has been affiliated with Summit Partners, a venture capital and growth equity firm, where he served as a Managing Director, Co-Managing Partner, and Chairman of the Board of Managers from 2011 to 2019. He is currently a Senior Advisor to the firm.2 3 6
In 2019, Evans founded Evans Capital Corp. and Evans Capital Management LLC, focusing on angel, seed, and early-stage venture capital investments in technology, healthcare, and other growth industries.1 4 5

Board Memberships and Directorships

Evans has served on the boards of over 39 companies, including 14 public companies such as Analog Devices, FleetCor Technologies, Hittite Microwave Corporation, OPNET Technologies, optionsXpress Holdings, and Pediatrix Medical Group (now MEDNAX).3 4 6
He is currently the Chairman of the Vanderbilt University Board of Trust and has held various other positions at Vanderbilt, including Chairman of the Investment Committee and Director of the Vanderbilt University Medical Center.2 3 4

Philanthropy

Evans is a significant donor to his alma mater, Vanderbilt University, and has also made charitable contributions to Harvard Business School, Boston College, Bowdoin College, Miami University, and the Roxbury Latin School through the Evans Family Foundation.2 4

Recognition

Evans has been named to the Forbes Midas List from 2006 to 2009, recognizing his success in venture capital.3 4 6

Personal Life

Evans is married to Bridgitt Bertram, an HBS alumna and contemporary art collector. They have four children and reside in Boston, with another property in Telluride, Colorado.2 4

The LinkedIn username provided, "meredith-twigg-117b349," does not match Bruce R. Evans, as his LinkedIn profile is under his own name.5