Chris Dixon

Chris Dixon is a highly influential General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), one of the most prominent venture capital firms globally. He joined a16z in 2012, bringing a strong background as a successful entrepreneur, having co-founded companies like Hunch (acquired by eBay) and SiteAdvisor (acquired by McAfee), as well as experience as an angel investor. Dixon quickly became a pivotal figure in shaping a16z's investment thesis, particularly in emerging technologies and the future of the internet.

Dixon is widely recognized as a leading voice and co-lead of a16z's dedicated crypto and web3 investment initiatives. Under his guidance, the firm has progressively scaled its commitment to the decentralized internet. What began with an initial $350 million crypto fund has expanded significantly, culminating in the launch of the monumental Crypto Fund IV in May 2022, which totals $4.5 billion. This fund notably allocates $1.5 billion specifically for seed investments and $3 billion for venture investments, underscoring the firm's deep conviction in the web3 space.

His investment philosophy is deeply rooted in the potential of decentralized technologies to reshape how the internet operates, often championing the concept of 'Web3' as the next iteration. A16z, with Dixon's involvement, invests across all stages, from early-stage seed rounds to later-stage growth equity, frequently taking a lead position in funding rounds. Beyond capital deployment, Dixon is a prolific thought leader, frequently publishing articles and engaging in public discourse that shapes the narrative around blockchain, NFTs, and the broader web3 ecosystem, solidifying his reputation as a key architect of the decentralized future.