Eric Young

Partner and Co-Founder·Canaan Partners

West Coast, United States

Bio

Professional summary

Eric Young co-founded Canaan as a spin-out of GE Venture Capital and served as Partner and Co-Founder from 1987 to 2021. Over 32 years, he led multiple generations of Canaan investors and helped shape the firm's culture. He also advised Canaan's investment team and served on outside advisory boards.

Background

Career, education, and skills

Career history

CanaanPartner and Co-Founder1987 – 2021
GE Venture CapitalVenture Capital

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