Drew Lanza is a founding partner at Berkeley Catalyst Fund. He started five companies and has an operating background, with degrees from Stanford and Harvard.

What Drew can write

Writes checks ofNot reported
Comes in atSeed, Series ACan lead the round
Best routeA short note on LinkedInA warm intro from a founder they backed works better.

Career

  1. Morgenthaler Ventures
  2. Morgenthaler Ventures
  3. Berkeley Catalyst Fund · Founding Partner
    Now

Companies founded

Berkeley Catalyst Fund

Education

Stanford, BSEEHarvard, MBA

Also at Berkeley Catalyst Fund (BCF)

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Questions

Who is Drew Lanza?

Drew Lanza is a founding partner at Berkeley Catalyst Fund. He started five companies and has an operating background, with degrees from Stanford and Harvard.

How much does Drew Lanza invest?

Berkeley Catalyst Fund (BCF) has not reported a check size. It invests at seed, series a.

How do I pitch Drew Lanza?

A warm intro from a founder Berkeley Catalyst Fund (BCF) backed works best. A short LinkedIn note with one line on traction is the next best route.

What did Drew Lanza do before Berkeley Catalyst Fund (BCF)?

Morgenthaler Ventures; Morgenthaler Ventures.

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