Scott Kupor

Scott Kupor is a prominent figure in the venture capital and technology sectors, currently serving as the Managing Partner at Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), a leading venture capital firm. He has been with a16z since its inception in 2009 and has played a crucial role in its growth, overseeing its expansion from a small team to over 150 employees and managing assets that have grown from $300 million to more than $10 billion.

In addition to his role at a16z, Kupor has recently joined the Board of Directors at Formation Bio, a tech-driven and AI-native pharmaceutical company, following its successful $372 million Series D funding round. This funding was led by a16z and included participation from several other notable investors such as Sanofi and Sequoia Capital. Formation Bio focuses on leveraging advanced technology and AI to streamline drug development processes, aiming to address inefficiencies in the pharmaceutical industry.234

Kupor holds a Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy and a Juris Doctor from Stanford University, where he graduated with honors. His previous experience includes significant roles at Hewlett Packard and Opsware, where he was involved in various executive management positions, including leading the company's initial public offering. He is also an author, having written the bestselling book Secrets of Sand Hill Road: Venture Capital and How to Get It.1

Beyond his corporate responsibilities, Kupor is actively engaged in education and philanthropy, serving as a lecturer at Stanford's Graduate School of Business and participating in various boards and committees, including the National Venture Capital Association and St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.1