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Eric Schmidt

Eric Schmidt

Unclaimed
Founding Partner, Innovation EndeavorsInnovation EndeavorsPalo Alto, CA

Current Firm

Innovation Endeavors

Investments

2+ companies

Focus

AI, Deeptech

About Eric Schmidt

Eric Schmidt is a Founding Partner at Innovation Endeavors, a venture capital firm focused on transformative technologies and breakthrough innovations. With expertise spanning artificial intelligence, deep technology, biotechnology, robotics, and agriculture, Schmidt identifies and supports entrepreneurs building solutions at the intersection of science and commerce. His investment track record includes notable early-stage bets on companies like Uber and Viz.ai, demonstrating his ability to recognize market-defining opportunities across diverse sectors. At Innovation Endeavors, Schmidt leverages his experience and network to mentor founders and drive strategic investments in ventures poised to address global challenges through technological advancement. His focus on deep tech and emerging fields reflects a commitment to backing ambitious founders tackling humanity's most pressing problems.

Focus Areas

AIDeeptechBiotechRoboticsAgriculture

Investment Stage

Pre-Seed
Seed
Series A
Series B+

Notable Investments

Uber
Viz.ai

Other Investors at Innovation Endeavors

Dror Berman headshot
Dror Berman

Founder and Managing Partner, Innovation Endeavors

Innovation Endeavors

Joel Dudley
Joel Dudley

Partner, Innovation Endeavors

Innovation Endeavors

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Investment Profile

Eric Schmidt is a Founding Partner, Innovation Endeavors at Innovation Endeavors, based in Palo Alto, CA.

Eric's investment focus spans AI, Deeptech, Biotech, Robotics, Agriculture, 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 include Uber, Viz.ai. These investments span AI and Deeptech.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Eric Schmidt?

Eric Schmidt is a Founding Partner, Innovation Endeavors at Innovation Endeavors, based in Palo Alto, CA. Their investment focus includes AI, Deeptech, Biotech.

What does Eric Schmidt invest in?

Eric Schmidt focuses on investments in AI, Deeptech, Biotech, Robotics, Agriculture through Innovation Endeavors. These focus areas reflect their domain expertise and the types of startups they actively seek to back.

What are Eric Schmidt's most notable investments?

Eric Schmidt's notable portfolio investments include Uber, Viz.ai. These companies span multiple sectors and stages, reflecting a track record of identifying high-potential startups.

What firm is Eric Schmidt at?

Eric Schmidt is currently at Innovation Endeavors, headquartered in Palo Alto, CA, serving as Founding Partner, Innovation Endeavors.

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