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Ben Horowitz
NameBen Horowitz
Birth date1974
Birth placeWashington, D.C.
NationalityAmerican

Ben Horowitz is an American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and author. He is best known for co-founding Andreessen Horowitz, a prominent venture capital firm, and for his writings on management and leadership. Horowitz has been a key figure in the technology industry, investing in and advising numerous successful companies. He is also known for his blog and books, which offer insights on management, leadership, and startup culture.

Early life and education

Ben Horowitz was born in 1974 in Washington, D.C. He grew up in Palo Alto, California, and attended Palo Alto High School. Horowitz earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Computer Science from Yale University in 1997. During his time at Yale, he was a National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellow and wrote software for IBM.

Career

After graduating from Yale, Horowitz worked at Rosenblatt Securities and later co-founded Andreessen Horowitz with Marc Andreessen in 2009. At Andreessen Horowitz, Horowitz has led investments in companies such as Airbnb, Facebook, Twitter, and Uber. He has also been an advisor to several prominent technology companies, including Google and Apple. Prior to co-founding Andreessen Horowitz, Horowitz was the President and CEO of Opsware, a software company that was acquired by Hewlett-Packard in 2007.

Investments and portfolio

Through Andreessen Horowitz, Horowitz has invested in a wide range of companies, including Pinterest, Instagram, and WhatsApp. He has also led investments in e-commerce companies such as Shopify and Stitch Fix. Horowitz's investment portfolio has been highly successful, with many of his investments resulting in significant returns.

Writing and public speaking

Horowitz is also a prolific writer and public speaker. He writes a popular blog, which covers topics such as management, leadership, and startup culture. He has also written two books, The Hard Thing About Hard Things and What You Do Is Who You Are, which offer insights on management and leadership. Horowitz has spoken at numerous conferences and events, including TED Talks and Fortune's Most Powerful Women Summit.

Personal life

Horowitz is married to Felicia Ballou, and they have two children together. He is a resident of Palo Alto, California, and is known for his love of basketball and reading. Horowitz has been involved in various philanthropic efforts, including supporting education and healthcare initiatives. Category:American venture capitalists Category:Andreessen Horowitz Category:Yale University alumni