Venrock
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Investor type
VC
Founded
1969
AUM
-
Location
United States
Investor profile last updated: 05 August, 2020
Profile
Venrock is a venture capital firm investing in technology and healthcare companies.Originally established as the venture capital arm of the Rockefeller family in 1969, Venrock continues a tradition of partnering with entrepreneurs to establish successful, enduring companies. With a primary focus on technology and healthcare, portfolio companies have included Apple Computer, Athenahealth, Centocor, Check Point Software, DoubleClick, Endeca, Gilead Sciences, Idec Pharma, Imperva, Illumina, Intel, Nest, SlideShare and Tudou.
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FAQs about Venrock
Is Venrock a venture capital or private equity firm?
Venrock is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Series B, writing tickets of $50-100 m.
Where is Venrock located?
Venrock is located in United States.
When was Venrock founded?
Venrock was founded in 1969.
What sectors and industries does Venrock invest in?
Venrock invests in companies and startups in Digital, Edtech, Healthcare Services, Other.
What is Venrock geographical focus of investments?
Venrock invests in companies and startups in North America.
At what stages of companies and startups does Venrock typically invest in?
Venrock invests in companies and startups at Series B.
What is the usual amount of Venrock investment?
Venrock usually invests $50-100 m on average.
What are the contacts of Venrock?
Venrock can be reached through its website venrock.com, its LinkedIn page and its X account. Its general enquiries address is PublicRelations@venrock.com. Cold-mailing a general inbox rarely reaches a partner, so Private Equity List also lists the investment-team contacts for Venrock — names, roles, verified work emails and LinkedIn profiles — available on a Pro plan from $129/month (see pricing). Contacts are sourced from the firm's website and LinkedIn and re-verified on a rolling cycle. Spot a stale contact, or none at all? Report it — we re-run that firm within 48h and get back to you.
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