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    Chris Douvos

    Investment firm founder and venture capital expert based in Palo Alto

    Chris Douvos is the Founder and Managing Director of Ahoy Capital, a venture capital firm he founded in 2018.1 Here are some key details about Chris Douvos:

    Professional Background

    • Founded Ahoy Capital in 2018 to build an intentionally right-sized firm focused on investment excellence in early-stage venture capital13
    • Has nearly two decades of experience in venture capital and is considered a pioneering investor in the micro-VC movement1
    • Prior to Ahoy Capital, he held leadership roles at:
      • Venture Investment Associates as Managing Director (2011-2018)3
      • The Investment Fund for Foundations as Co-Head of Private Equity Investing (2004-2011)3
      • Princeton University Investment Company as Senior Associate (2001-2004)3

    Investment Approach

    • Focuses on backing early-stage venture funds and co-investing alongside managers2
    • Emphasizes concentrated portfolios and right-sized investments4
    • Pursues a conviction-based strategy, backing dynamic nascent managers and companies with sustainable competitive advantages4

    Education and Credentials

    • BA in History from Yale University (1990-1994)3
    • MBA in Finance from Yale School of Management (1999-2001)3
    • Awarded the CFA Charter in 20041

    Other Activities

    • Authors the blog "SuperLP" chronicling his venture capital investing experiences1
    • Known for hosting brick oven pizza parties that bring together LPs, GPs, and entrepreneurs1
    • Frequently speaks at industry conferences and business schools1

    Chris Douvos is well-regarded in the venture capital community for his expertise in identifying and catalyzing emerging funds, particularly in the micro-VC space.

    Highlights

    Oct 29 · twitter

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    Real ones know
@Jomboy_ 
@TalkinYanks 
@JoezMcfLy 
@Yankees 
@StansSportsBar1 https://t.co/sWPksSGEY
    Mar 26 · imd.org
    Chris Douvos of Ahoy Capital explores the evolution of the emerging ...
    Master of micro VC, Chris Douvos of Ahoy Capital, on why there's ...
    Master of micro VC, Chris Douvos of Ahoy Capital, on why there's ...
    Nov 22 · cupofzhou.com
    S1E1: Chris Douvos - Cup of Zhou
    S1E1: Chris Douvos - Cup of Zhou

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    Experience

    Founder at AHOY CAPITAL (January 2019 - Present)
    Managing Director at Venture Investment Associates (November 2011 - December 2018), Co-Head of Private Equity Investing at The Investment Fund for Foundations (July 2004 - August 2011), Senior Associate at Princeton University Investment Company (August 2001 - June 2004), Consultant at Monitor Company (April 1995 - July 1999)

    Education

    BA in History from Yale University (1990 - 1994), MBA in Finance from Yale School of Management (1999 - 2001)

    Location

    Palo Alto, California, United States