Guo’s Conviction Partners Welcomes Mike Vernal as General Partner and Secures $230M Fundraise
In mid-2022, Sarah Guo made headlines by leaving Greylock to establish her own AI-focused fund, Conviction Partners. With a vision to expand the firm by eventually adding other General Partners (GPs), Guo has now welcomed Mike Vernal, a former partner at Sequoia, to join her in this venture.
Conviction Partners Secures $230 Million in New Fund
After more than two years of impressive growth, Conviction Partners has successfully closed its second fund, raising $230 million in capital commitments. This amount is more than double the $101 million raised during its inaugural fund.
Why Conviction Partners is Gaining Attention
Conviction Partners has quickly become a notable player in the AI investment landscape. Here are some key factors contributing to its rising profile:
- Strong Leadership: Sarah Guo has established herself as a prominent AI investor in Silicon Valley, with significant stakes in innovative companies such as Mistral, Harvey, and Sierra.
- Engaging Content: Guo co-hosts the popular AI podcast No Priors alongside esteemed investor Elad Gil, further enhancing her visibility in the industry.
- Impressive New Addition: Mike Vernal brings a wealth of experience from his nearly seven years at Sequoia and significant roles at Facebook, where he served as VP of product and engineering.
Mike Vernal’s Background and Achievements
Before joining Conviction Partners, Vernal led investment deals in numerous successful ventures, including:
- Notion
- Rippling
- Verkada – a security camera startup currently raising funds at a valuation of $4.5 billion.
With this robust combination of leadership and experience, Conviction Partners is poised for continued success in the rapidly evolving world of AI investment.
Looking Ahead
As Conviction Partners continues to grow, it will be interesting to see how Guo and Vernal leverage their expertise to identify and nurture the next wave of AI innovations. For more information about AI investment trends, you can visit Forbes’ coverage on AI investment trends.
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