Lynne Chou

Lynne Chou O'Keefe is a prominent venture capitalist known for her work in the healthcare sector, particularly in digital health. She served as a partner in the Life Sciences Group at Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers from 2013 to 2018, where she focused on digital health and connected devices. During her tenure, she was involved in investments that aimed to innovate and improve healthcare technologies.135

Before her role at Kleiner Perkins, O'Keefe had extensive experience in the healthcare industry. She worked for six years at Abbott Vascular, where she held various marketing and product management positions, and also had roles at Guidant and Apax Partners in venture capital and investment banking with Goldman Sachs.246

In 2020, she founded Define Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm that specializes in investing in digital health companies. Her firm has a significant focus on telemedicine and chronic disease management startups, reflecting her commitment to advancing healthcare through technology.37

O'Keefe holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering from Stanford University. She has been recognized for her contributions to the field and continues to be a key player in shaping the future of healthcare innovation.46