Bryant Hayward

Chief Investment Officer with vast experience in venture capital and investment banking

Bryant Hayward is a seasoned venture capital professional based in the Denver Metropolitan Area. He has a diverse background in investment management, particularly in the startup ecosystem.

Professional Experience

IIR+ at 500 Startups: Hayward served in this role from January to December 2017, where he was involved in supporting and mentoring startups within the 500 Startups accelerator program.
Chief Investment Officer at De La Prym - Single Family Office: From April 2015 to May 2023, he focused on venture capital investments, particularly in sectors like biotech, agtech, fintech, and robotics, managing over 72 direct investments in 2022 alone.
Previous Roles: Hayward has held significant positions at various prestigious firms, including:
- Jackson Family Office (2009-2015)
- Sequoia Capital (2004-2012)
- Morgan Stanley (2007-2009)
- Wells Fargo Private Bank (2001-2007)
- Citi (2000-2001)
- Merrill Lynch (1996-2000)

Education

Hayward's educational background includes:

Princeton University (1998-2000)
Stanford University Graduate School of Business (2017-2019), where he participated in an executive education program focused on venture capital and corporate governance.
Aalborg Universitet (1993-1996)
Kemper Military School and College (1983-1986)

Skills and Interests

He is known for his strategic investment approach and has a keen interest in innovative technologies that aim to create positive change in the world. Hayward is also proficient in Danish and Russian, indicating a diverse linguistic capability.

Overall, Bryant Hayward's extensive experience in venture capital and his educational credentials position him as a notable figure in the investment community, particularly within the startup landscape.

Experience

Chief Investment Officer at De La Prym - Single Family Office (April 2015 - May 2023)

IIR+ at 500 Startups (January 2017 - December 2017); Family Office -Venture Investments at Jackson Family Office (July 2009 - May 2015); Limited Partner at Sequoia Capital (February 2004 - April 2012); Senior Vice President - Venture Capital Syndication at Morgan Stanley (February 2007 - April 2009); Senior Vice President -Pre- IPO Family Office Practice at Wells Fargo Private Bank (September 2001 - February 2007); Vice President- Silicon Valley Pre-IPO & Post Corporate Stock Options Division at Citi (February 2000 - September 2001); Financial advisor at Merrill Lynch (August 1996 - February 2000)

Education

Princeton University (1998 - 2000); Stanford University Graduate School of Business, Venture Capital Unlocked (2017 - 2019); Kemper Military School- College (1983 - 1986); Aalborg Universitet (1993 - 1996)