Rick Klau

Rick Klau is a seasoned startup entrepreneur with a diverse background in business development, product management, and strategic partnerships.

He started his career at FeedBurner and later transitioned to Google post its acquisition, where he held roles in business development and product management, contributing to projects like Blogger, Google+, and YouTube.

In 2011, Rick Klau joined GV, where he serves as a Senior Operating Partner, collaborating closely with portfolio companies to drive growth.

Rick Klau's educational background includes a JD in Law from the University of Richmond School of Law, a BA in International Affairs and French from Lafayette College, and a Baccalaureate in French from Université de Bourgogne.

Throughout his career, he has held key positions such as Partner at GV, Product Manager at Google, VP of Publisher Services at FeedBurner, VP of Business Development at Socialtext, and various leadership roles at companies like Interface Software, iManage, and TrialNet.

Rick Klau's expertise spans across business strategy, product development, marketing, and team management, making him a valuable asset in the startup and tech industry.