2024 Venture Capital Shake-Up: Notable VC Moves and New Fund Launches

In 2024, many venture capitalists (VCs) have changed firms or started their own funds. This is unusual, as VCs typically stay at their firms for long periods, especially at the partner level.

VC funds often last for 10 years, encouraging partners to remain throughout the life of the fund. If a key partner leaves, limited partners (LPs) may withdraw their investments. Many partners also invest their own money, which further motivates them to stay.

However, in 2024, investor shifts have become notable. Some have returned to previous employers, others have launched their own firms, or have taken breaks from investing. Significant hires have also occurred.

November

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On November 5, Andreessen Horowitz announced that Brian Roberts joined as a general partner, focusing on the American Dynamism and AI Apps funds. He previously served as CFO for companies like Splunk and Lyft.
On the same day, Andreessen Horowitz also announced that Andy McCall joined as a general partner to work on the same funds. McCall recently held roles at cloud company Samsara.

October

Paris Heymann left Index Ventures to become co-managing partner at J.P. Morgan’s venture and growth equity practice. This move was announced on October 15.
On October 9, Julian Eison announced on LinkedIn that he was stepping away from his role at Next Ventūres to figure out his next steps.
On October 8, Sandhya Venkatachalam left Khosla Ventures to launch Axiom Partners, aiming to raise $50 million for her new firm.

September

James da Costa announced on September 17 that he joined Andreessen Horowitz as a partner focused on B2B software and financial services. He was previously the co-founder of an African neobank.
On September 11, Jacob Westphal announced his departure from Andreessen Horowitz to lead the portfolio at Will Ventures.

August

On August 15, Freestyle VC announced that Maria Palma joined as a general partner. She previously worked at Kindred Capital.

July

Alex Cook plans to leave Tiger Global after seven years, where he led several successful deals.
Bessemer Venture Partners announced Lauri Moore as a partner on July 22. She will focus on early-stage investments.
On July 17, DCVC announced Milo Werner as a general partner to lead their climate investing practice.
Anne Lee Skates left Andreessen Horowitz to pursue what she described as her “life’s work.”

June

On June 17, Spencer Peterson left Bedrock to become a general partner at Coatue.
In early June, Amanda “Robby” Robson announced her departure from Cowboy Ventures to start her own fund.

May

Alison Stillman announced her departure from Serena Ventures after nearly six years.
On May 13, Terri Burns announced her new venture fund, Type Capital, focusing on early-stage startups.
On May 9, Alison Lange Engel announced her role as CEO at Ceros.

April

On April 30, Ethan Kurzweil announced his departure from Bessemer Venture Partners to start a new investment firm.
On April 1, Christina Farr left OMERS Ventures to focus on writing and consulting in health tech.

March

Ethan Choi left Accel to join Khosla Ventures.
On March 5, Miles Grimshaw returned to Thrive Capital after a stint at Benchmark Capital.

January

On January 23, Connie Chan announced her departure from Andreessen Horowitz after 12 years with the firm.
On January 9, Keith Rabois returned to Khosla Ventures after nearly five years at Founders Fund.

This information will be updated as more changes within venture capital firms occur.