Dave Haynes

Founding Partner at FOV Ventures

Dave Haynes is a Founding Partner at FOV Ventures, a venture capital firm that invests in innovative startups, particularly those focused on the Metaverse. He has a rich background in the music and technology sectors, having previously held significant roles at companies like HTC Vive, SoundCloud, and Seedcamp. His experience includes leading initiatives in digital music distribution and organizing music-related events, which have contributed to his expertise in the intersection of technology and creative industries.

Haynes has also been recognized for his contributions to the industry, being named a finalist in the British Council's UK Young Creative Entrepreneur award in 2010 and included in TimeOut and Hospital Club’s list of the most influential people in the UK creative and media industries in 2012. He holds a BS in Business Studies from the University of Wales, Swansea, and has been involved in various entrepreneurial ventures throughout his career, showcasing his commitment to fostering innovation and supporting founders in the tech space.1 2

Highlights

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Experience

Founding Partner at FOV Ventures (July 2021 - Present)

Director of Developer Ecosystem & Vive X, EMEA at HTC Vive (March 2018 - November 2021), Business Development & Partnerships at TheWaveVR (July 2017 - March 2018), Investment Team at Seedcamp (October 2014 - September 2017), Head of Growth at Makeshift (March 2014 - October 2014), VP Business Development at SoundCloud (August 2008 - February 2014), Co-founder at Music Hack Day (June 2009 - January 2012), Senior Licensing Manager at Broad Street Digital (January 2007 - August 2008), Head of UK at finetunes (April 2005 - December 2006), Founder at ClickGroove.com (September 2004 - December 2006), Co-Founder at Inspirit Music Ltd (September 2001 - August 2004)

Education

BS, Business Studies at University of Wales, Swansea (1998 - 2001), A-Levels in Economics, Modern History, German at Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe (1992 - 1998)