Current Firm
DCVC
Investments
12+ companies
Focus
Deeptech, Biotech
Focus Areas
Investment Stage
Notable Investments
Investment Profile
Dr. Kiersten Stead is a Managing Partner, DCVC Bio, DCVC at DCVC, based in San Francisco, CA.
Dr.'s investment focus spans Deeptech, Biotech, Climate, Digital Health, primarily investing at the Seed, Series A stages. This specialization allows for deep domain knowledge and strong network effects that benefit portfolio companies.
Notable investments in Dr.'s portfolio include Zoom. These companies reflect a pattern of backing high-potential startups across their focus sectors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Dr. Kiersten Stead?
Dr. Kiersten Stead is a Managing Partner, DCVC Bio, DCVC at DCVC, based in San Francisco, CA. Their investment focus includes Deeptech, Biotech, Climate.
What does Dr. Kiersten Stead invest in?
Dr. Kiersten Stead focuses on investments in Deeptech, Biotech, Climate, Digital Health through DCVC. These focus areas reflect their domain expertise and the types of startups they actively seek to back.
What are Dr. Kiersten Stead's most notable investments?
Dr. Kiersten Stead's notable portfolio investments include Dr. John Hamer, Checkr, Ginkgo Bioworks, SingleStore, CircleCI. These companies span multiple sectors and stages, reflecting a track record of identifying high-potential startups.
What firm is Dr. Kiersten Stead at?
Dr. Kiersten Stead is currently at DCVC, headquartered in San Francisco, CA, serving as Managing Partner, DCVC Bio, DCVC.
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