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Michael Cohn

Michael Cohn

Unclaimed
Co-Founder and Partner, GSV VenturesGSV VenturesWoodside, CA

Current Firm

GSV Ventures

Investments

3+ companies

Focus

EdTech, Other

About Michael Cohn

Michael Cohn is Co-Founder and Partner at GSV Ventures, a venture capital firm focused on investing in transformative technology companies. With deep expertise across EdTech, AI, Enterprise SaaS, and other emerging sectors, Cohn has established himself as a strategic investor backing innovative founders who are reshaping industries through technology. His portfolio includes notable companies such as Guild Education, a leading platform for employer-sponsored education; ClassDojo, a widely-adopted classroom communication platform; and MasterClass, the premium online learning destination. Through his work at GSV Ventures, Cohn identifies and supports entrepreneurs building solutions that leverage artificial intelligence, software-as-a-service models, and enterprise technology to drive meaningful impact. His investment thesis reflects a commitment to companies that combine strong market potential with the ability to scale rapidly and achieve significant outcomes.

Focus Areas

EdTechOtherAIEnterpriseSaaS

Investment Stage

Pre-Seed
Seed
Series A
Series B+

Notable Investments

Guild Education
ClassDojo
MasterClass

Other Investors at GSV Ventures

Deborah Quazzo
Deborah Quazzo

Managing Partner, GSV Ventures

GSV Ventures

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Investment Profile

Michael Cohn is a Co-Founder and Partner, GSV Ventures at GSV Ventures, based in Woodside, CA.

Michael's investment focus spans EdTech, Other, AI, Enterprise, SaaS, primarily investing at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B+ stages. This specialization allows for deep domain knowledge and strong network effects that benefit portfolio companies.

Notable investments include Guild Education, ClassDojo, MasterClass. These investments span EdTech and Other.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Michael Cohn?

Michael Cohn is a Co-Founder and Partner, GSV Ventures at GSV Ventures, based in Woodside, CA. Their investment focus includes EdTech, Other, AI.

What does Michael Cohn invest in?

Michael Cohn focuses on investments in EdTech, Other, AI, Enterprise, SaaS through GSV Ventures. These focus areas reflect their domain expertise and the types of startups they actively seek to back.

What are Michael Cohn's most notable investments?

Michael Cohn's notable portfolio investments include Guild Education, ClassDojo, MasterClass. These companies span multiple sectors and stages, reflecting a track record of identifying high-potential startups.

What firm is Michael Cohn at?

Michael Cohn is currently at GSV Ventures, headquartered in Woodside, CA, serving as Co-Founder and Partner, GSV Ventures.

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