John Mannes

John Mannes is a Partner at Basis Set, a $600 million early-stage venture capital fund based in the San Francisco Bay Area.1 He has been in this role since November 2017, focusing on supporting founders who are building products to improve productivity across various sectors of the economy, from factories to offices.1

Professional Background

Prior to his role at Basis Set, John Mannes had several notable experiences:

• Writer at TechCrunch: From July 2015 to October 2017, he led AI/ML coverage during a significant period in artificial intelligence development.1
• Summer Analyst: He worked at both the Michigan Venture Capital Association and the Mid-Atlantic Venture Association, supporting entrepreneurship and venture capital growth.1
• Board of Education Member: From July 2012 to July 2013, he served on the Montgomery County Public Schools Board of Education, overseeing a $2.2 billion annual operating budget.1

Education and Achievements

John studied Cognitive Science with a focus on Decision Theory and Cognition at the University of Michigan from 2013 to 2016.1 He has received several honors and awards, including:

• Citations from U.S. Senate and House of Representatives members for his public service and civic work1
• 1st Place in the Harvard College International Case Competition1
• Best Hardware Hack award at MHacks 61

Current Role and Interests

At Basis Set, John is particularly interested in:

• The future of commerce infrastructure and supply chains
• Opportunities created by AI and automation in major industries

He hosts a podcast called "Future Proof" that explores these topics.1

John Mannes is active on LinkedIn and can be contacted at john@basisset.ventures.12