Washington DC-Baltimore Area
Former CEO, now global venture investor, and policy advisor operating at the intersection of tech, capital, and global strategy. I’ve led digital media and social platforms to scale, advised senior government leaders, and backed startups shaping the future of AI, fintech, and mobility across the U.S. and globally - with added focus in emerging markets. Today, chair the board of trustees of the German Marshall Fund - the leading effort in the transatlantic relationship building in a new era - and serve and have served on other tech and non-profit boards. An advisor and on the investment committees of global venture funds, and write on tech, business, and global realignment. Author of the best seller, Startup Rising: The Entrepreneurial Revolution Remaking the Middle East. One of LinkedIn’s first leading Top Voice, and seen regularly on CNN and CNBC among others. Whether advising founders or policymakers, focus on expanding access, navigating disruption, and bridging innovation with impact. A longtime advocate for unleashing entrepreneurship on the global stage.
• Co-invested in early-stage AI and software companies internationally and in America, driving innovation and strategic growth. • Advised startups as a board member, enhancing their operational strategies and market positioning. • Engaged in global non-profit initiatives, promoting collaboration at the intersection of technology and policy. • Authored insightful blogs on Global Re-alignment, sharing expertise and fostering industry discussions.
• Advise on global investment strategies for a leading early-stage venture fund, collaborating with technology visionaries. • Co-author the evaluation and selection of high-potential startups, ensuring alignment with market trends and investor interests. • Fostered relationships with influential industry leaders, enhancing the fund's network of entrepreneurs and investment opportunities.
• Collaborate with the President and Board to define the strategic direction of the German Marshall Fund in a new era, focusing on transatlantic engagement in areas including national security, Indo-Pacific and broader global interconnectivity, and economic competitiveness, business and technology. • Support the organization funding on-the-ground, results-oriented initiatives enhancing rule of law and democracy that delivers results.
• Advised and invested in innovative startups across emerging markets, focusing on software solutions. • Collaborated with industry leaders in Silicon Valley to identify high-potential investment opportunities. • Conducted thorough market analysis in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America, leading to strategic investment decisions. • Supported portfolio companies with strategic guidance and mentorship, business development and follow-on rounds.
• Co-lead a global investment vehicle alongside Reid Hoffman, focusing on impactful startups. • Actively participated on boards for investments in mobile remittances and fraud detection among others. • Drove strategic initiatives to enhance the future of news, fostering innovation in the media landscape.