kip hagopian

Managing Partner at Apple Oaks Partners, LLC

Kip Hagopian is a prominent venture capitalist and the Managing Partner at Apple Oaks Partners, LLC, a family office investment company based in Los Angeles. He co-founded this firm after a notable career in venture capital, particularly as a founding general partner of Brentwood Associates, where he was instrumental in several successful investments, including Apple Computer and Maxim Integrated Products.1 2 4

Career Highlights

Venture Capital: Hagopian played a significant role in the growth of Brentwood Associates, one of the largest venture capital and private equity firms in the U.S. He headed its high-technology investment group and served on the boards of various high-tech companies.1 2
Leadership Roles: He has held leadership positions in industry organizations, including serving as President and Chairman of the Board of the National Venture Capital Association. Additionally, he was involved with Ronald Reagan’s administration, notably on the Business Advisory Panel and the Commission on Industrial Competitiveness.1 2
Board Positions: Currently, he is the Chairman of the Board of Maxim Integrated Products and serves on several educational and policy boards, including the Pardee RAND Graduate School and the UCLA Anderson Graduate School of Management.1 3
Publications and Advocacy: Hagopian has authored multiple articles on public policy issues, including tax reform and healthcare.2 4 His recent work includes proposals for a progressive universal healthcare system aimed at reducing costs while ensuring coverage for all Americans.4

Education and Military Service

Hagopian holds a Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Design and an MBA from UCLA. He also served as an officer in the U.S. Army Artillery for two years after completing his education.1 3