Eric Young
Partner and Co-Founder·Canaan Partners
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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