Jon Callaghan

Jon Callaghan is a prominent figure in the venture capital industry and a co-founder of True Ventures. Here are key details about his background and career:

Professional Experience

Jon Callaghan has been in the venture capital business since 1991.13 He is currently a Founder and Managing Partner at True Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm he co-founded.23

Entrepreneurial Background

Before becoming an investor, Callaghan founded three companies of his own:

1. His first venture was Mountain Bike Outfitters, Inc., which he created at age 18.13
2. He has experience in early-stage technology and media markets.3

Venture Capital Career

• Started his venture career as an associate at Summit Partners.13
• Joined Greenhouse, AOL's venture capital investment group and incubator.13
• Entered the internet market early by joining CMGI's @Ventures group in 1996.13
• Served as a managing director at Globespan Capital Partners before founding True Ventures.13

Notable Achievements

• Recently served as the Chairman of the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA).13
• Has made successful investments in companies like BrightRoll, Fitbit (FIT), Peloton, Madison Reed, WeFarm, and Better Place Forests.3

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Government from Dartmouth College.13
• MBA with distinction from Harvard Business School.13

Personal Interests

Outside of his professional life, Jon Callaghan is:

• An avid pilot.23
• A runner.2
• A father of four boys.1

Jon Callaghan's LinkedIn username is indeed joncallaghan.4