dixon doll

Dixon Doll is a renowned venture capitalist and co-founder of DCM (formerly Doll Capital Management), a global venture capital firm. Here are some key details about Dixon Doll:

Career Highlights

• Co-founded DCM in 1996, which has grown into a top global venture capital firm with offices in Silicon Valley, Beijing, and Tokyo.1

• Has over 35 years of experience influencing and guiding entrepreneurs, investors and executives in the technology industry.2

• Led DCM's investments in successful companies like About.com, Clearwire, Force10 Networks, Foundry Networks, and others.2

• Previously launched one of the first VC funds focused solely on telecom, investing in companies like Polycom and UUNet.1

Achievements and Recognition

• Named to the Forbes Midas List for four consecutive years.2

• Received the 2013 Special Achievement Award in Venture Capital from the International Business Forum.2

• Awarded the 2021 National Venture Capital Association's Lifetime Achievement in Venture Capital Award.3

• Served as Chairman of the National Venture Capital Association in 2008-2009.2

Education

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan.3
• M.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan.3
• B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Kansas State University (cum laude).2

Other Roles

• Currently serves on advisory boards and boards of directors for various organizations, including the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research.12

• Actively involved in philanthropy, including supporting the University of Michigan's Center for Entrepreneurship.4

Dixon Doll's LinkedIn username is dixon-doll-792b528.5