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Doug Standley is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of ni2o, inc., an emerging neurotechnology and artificial intelligence startup based in Boston, Massachusetts. Before transitioning into the brain-computer interface sector, he built a decades-long career in global management consulting, serving as a Partner and senior executive at major firms including Deloitte, Capgemini, and Ernst & Young. He holds a Master of Business Administration degree from the Pepperdine Graziadio Business School and earned an Innovation and Strategy Certification from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. At ni2o, he currently oversees the engineering and development of the KIWI device, a wireless, minimally invasive brain implant designed to treat various complex neurological disorders. Standley's professional background bridges global enterprise strategy and deep tech, with a current focus on advancing neuro-therapeutics by integrating artificial intelligence with modern healthcare innovation.
Doug Standley is a highly respected figure in the venture capital landscape, serving as a Managing Partner and co-founder at 01 Ventures. At 01 Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm, Doug plays a pivotal role in identifying and backing transformative technology companies. His investment focus is primarily on B2B software, artificial intelligence (AI), Software as a Service (SaaS), fintech, developer tools, data infrastructure, and the future of work, typically investing in Seed to Series A rounds. His deep understanding of enterprise technology and market dynamics positions him as a valuable partner for ambitious founders.
Before co-founding 01 Ventures, Doug Standley built a distinguished career at some of the industry's most prominent venture capital firms. He was a Partner at Lightspeed Venture Partners, where he concentrated on early-stage enterprise software investments. Prior to Lightspeed, he honed his skills as a venture investor at Accel, another top-tier firm known for its successful early-stage bets. This extensive background in venture capital has provided him with a comprehensive perspective on company building, from initial concept to market leadership.
Beyond his investment roles, Doug also brings valuable operational experience to the table. He previously served as the Vice President of Product at AppDynamics, a leading application performance management company that was later acquired by Cisco. This hands-on experience in a high-growth startup environment gives him unique insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by entrepreneurs. It allows him to offer practical, founder-friendly advice, helping portfolio companies navigate product development, market strategy, and scaling. Doug's educational background includes an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business, further solidifying his strategic and business acumen.
Doug Standley's investment philosophy at 01 Ventures is rooted in a commitment to supporting visionary founders who are building foundational technologies for the modern enterprise. He looks for strong product-market fit, scalable business models, and exceptional teams. His portfolio reflects this focus on innovative B2B solutions. Notable investments from 01 Ventures' portfolio, where Doug has been instrumental, include companies like Fivetran, Vanta, Pinecone, Common Room, and Coactive AI, among others. His earlier career also saw involvement with successful companies such as Rubrik and ThoughtSpot during his tenure at Lightspeed, and his operational role at AppDynamics further underscores his impact on the tech ecosystem. Through 01 Ventures, Doug Standley continues to shape the future of enterprise technology by empowering the next generation of innovators.
Doug Standley is a Managing Partner and co-founder at 01 Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm. He is a seasoned investor with a strong focus on B2B software, AI, SaaS, and fintech.
Doug Standley primarily invests in early-stage (Seed to Series A) B2B software, artificial intelligence (AI), Software as a Service (SaaS), fintech, developer tools, and data infrastructure companies through 01 Ventures.
Doug Standley works as a Managing Partner and co-founder at 01 Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm.
