Scott Johnson

Scott Johnson is a Founding Partner at Blitzscaling Ventures, a venture capital firm established in 2020 alongside Chris Yeh and Jeff Abbott. The firm focuses on investing in startups that prioritize rapid growth, known as "blitzscaling," which involves prioritizing speed over efficiency to capture significant market share quickly. Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn, serves as a special advisor to the firm, reviewing potential deals before investment decisions are made.13

With over 20 years of experience in venture capital, Scott has held various significant roles throughout his career. Prior to his current position, he was a Managing Director at New Atlantic Ventures and DFJ New England, where he specialized in early-stage IT investments. His extensive background includes serving on the boards of several companies, such as Truveris and BrandYourself.24

Education::

• Cornell University: Bachelor of Science (BS), 1983-1987
• MIT Sloan School of Management: Master of Business Administration (MBA), 1994-1996.2

Scott Johnson's expertise lies in identifying startups with the potential for viral growth and sustainable competitive advantages, making him a key figure in the venture capital landscape focused on hypergrowth strategies.13