Drew Yashar

Drew Yashar is an Associate at Capital Factory, a prominent venture capital firm based in Texas. He has a strong background in scientific entrepreneurship and life sciences, which he leverages in his role to support early-stage startups.

Professional Background

• Current Position: As an Associate at Capital Factory, Drew is part of a venture team that focuses on fostering the startup ecosystem in Texas. He transitioned to this role in July 2024, emphasizing his commitment to enhancing the local entrepreneurial landscape.14

• Previous Experience:

  • Venture Systems Associate at Alix Ventures: Prior to joining Capital Factory, Drew worked at Alix Ventures, a life science fund in San Francisco. His responsibilities included supporting early-stage life science startups and overseeing entrepreneurial fellowship programs at the Innovative Genomics Institute.13
  • Head Editor at BIOS Community: Drew also serves as the head editor for BIOS Community, where he amplifies thought leadership and connects life science professionals.12
  • Angel Investor: He has been involved as an angel investor with various startups, including Endpoint Health and Mythic Therapeutics, focusing on precision immunology and therapeutic advancements.1

Education

Drew Yashar holds a degree from Babson College, where he developed his expertise in entrepreneurship and business development.1

Contributions

Drew is actively engaged in building networks within the life sciences community and has worked on initiatives aimed at translating academic research into marketable solutions. His efforts include collaborating with institutions like UC Berkeley to enhance resources for entrepreneurs in the life sciences sector.12

His work reflects a passion for driving innovation and supporting the next generation of startups in health and science.