Juan Enriquez

Managing Director at Excel Venture Management, LLC

Juan Enriquez is a prominent business leader, author, and academic, currently serving as the Managing Director at Excel Venture Management, LLC, a venture capital firm focused on investing in transformative life sciences technologies. He has held this position since March 2008 and has been instrumental in funding innovative companies in areas such as biotechnology, diagnostics, and artificial intelligence.1 2 4

Background and Education

Enriquez earned his Bachelor's degree in Government and an MBA, both from Harvard University, where he graduated with honors. He was also the founding director of the Harvard Business School Life Sciences Project, which laid the groundwork for his extensive involvement in life sciences.1 3 6

Career Highlights

Venture Capital: At Excel Venture Management, Enriquez has led investments in groundbreaking projects, including the development of synthetic life forms and advanced biotechnological solutions. His portfolio includes early-stage companies that have made significant advancements in health and medicine.2 4
Author: He is a bestselling author known for works such as As the Future Catches You and Evolving Ourselves, which explore the intersections of technology, life sciences, and societal change.1 2 3
Public Speaking: Enriquez is a sought-after speaker on topics related to life sciences' impact on the global economy and human evolution. He has delivered talks worldwide, addressing how technology reshapes ethics and societal norms.1 2

Additional Roles

In addition to his role at Excel, Juan Enriquez serves on various boards, including:

American Academy of Arts & Sciences
Boston Science Museum
Cabot Corporation
Synthetic Genomics (co-founded with Dr. J. Craig Venter)

He has also been involved in significant urban development projects in Mexico City and served on peace negotiations during the Zapatista conflict.2 3 5