David Cowan
Overview
David Cowan is a partner at Bessemer Venture Partners, focusing on early-stage technology investments. He has been with the firm since 1992, leading investments in companies such as LinkedIn, Twilio, and Rocket Lab. Cowan co-founded three cybersecurity companies: VeriSign, Good Technology, and Defense.Net. He holds an A.B. in Computer Science and Mathematics and an MBA from Harvard University. Cowan has been recognized on the Forbes Midas List and serves on several non-profit boards, including the Center for Inquiry and the Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics.
Investment Focus
- Early-stage technology companies with strong growth potential
Portfolio Companies
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Frequently asked questions about David Cowan
What sectors does David Cowan invest in?
David Cowan invests in Technology, Aerospace, Gaming, Cybersecurity, Quantum Computing and Consumer Internet, and is based in New York, United States. David Cowan is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does David Cowan invest at?
David Cowan backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Series A and Series B, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.
Which regions does David Cowan invest in?
David Cowan invests across United States, Singapore, New Zealand, Israel, Argentina and Scotland.
What companies has David Cowan invested in?
David Cowan's portfolio includes LinkedIn, Zapier, Twilio, Rocket Lab, Auth0, Rigetti Computing, Blue Nile and Ciena.
How do I contact David Cowan?
David Cowan's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of the team.
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