Fund Profile

NEA (New Enterprise Associates)

NEA focuses on building enduring partnerships with founders, providing an enduring commitment to the people bringing ideas to life. They are company builders at their core, offering unflappable guidance, expert support, and a bias toward action, working alongside founders to solve hard problems. They are dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs over the lifetime of their company and entrepreneurial journey.

Seed Series A Agnostic High-Tech
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Investment thesis

Focus and thesis

NEA focuses on building enduring partnerships with founders, providing an enduring commitment to the people bringing ideas to life. They are company builders at their core, offering unflappable guidance, expert support, and a bias toward action, working alongside founders to solve hard problems. They are dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs over the lifetime of their company and entrepreneurial journey.

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Partners and team

People behind the fund

  • Scott Sandell
  • Tony Florence
  • Mohamad Makhzoumi
  • Ali Behbahani
  • Paul Walker
  • Rick Yang
  • Carmen Chang
  • Philip Chopin
  • Madison Faulkner
  • Scott Gottlieb
  • Mark Hawkins
  • Jeff Immelt
  • Aaron Jacobson
  • Arjun Jain
  • Hilarie Koplow
  • Danielle Lay

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Portfolio companies

Selected portfolio

  • Renaissance

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Investor FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What stages does NEA invest in?

NEA invests at every stage of company building, from idea to IPO, including seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, and Series D.

What sectors does NEA focus on?

NEA focuses on technology and healthcare sectors.

How long has NEA been investing?

NEA was established in 1977 and has been investing for five decades.

How can I contact NEA for corporate inquiries?

You can contact Shanna Hendriks for corporate inquiries at bd@nea.com.

Does NEA actively invest?

Yes, NEA crafts enduring partnerships with ambitious founders at every stage of company building and is actively investing.