Ethan Beard

Ethan Beard is a prominent figure in the tech and investment sectors, currently serving as a Board Member at Venture Lab, a program associated with the University of Pennsylvania. He has a diverse background as an angel investor, tech entrepreneur, and operator, with extensive experience in developing and managing technology platforms.

Professional Background

• Current Roles:

  • Board Member at Venture Lab (October 2023 - Present)
  • Board Chair, Institute of Contemporary Art, San Francisco (April 2022 - Present)
  • Member of the Board of Directors, Beyond 12 (since July 2011)

• Previous Experience:

  • Co-Founder & CEO, Yoz Labs (2020-2022), where he focused on building in the web3 space.
  • Senior Vice President, Xpring at Ripple (2018-2020), leading efforts in the blockchain ecosystem.
  • Director at Facebook (2009-2012), where he managed the Facebook Platform business.
  • Director of New Business Development at Google (2005-2007), involved in launching key products like Android.

Education

Ethan Beard holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania and an MBA from NYU Stern.

Contributions and Impact

Beard has played a significant role in various tech initiatives, including the development of platforms for major companies like Google and Facebook. He has also been actively involved in nonprofit organizations aimed at increasing educational access for underrepresented groups, demonstrating his commitment to social impact alongside his entrepreneurial ventures.123