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Ethan Kurzweil is a Partner at Chemistry VC, an experienced venture capitalist known for his early-stage technology investments. He has a strong background in identifying and supporting innovative companies across various tech sectors.
Ethan Kurzweil primarily invests in early-stage technology companies. His focus areas include enterprise software, cloud infrastructure, developer tools, financial technology (fintech), and artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML).
Ethan Kurzweil works as a Partner at Chemistry VC, a venture capital firm dedicated to investing in and supporting the next generation of transformative technology companies.
Ethan Kurzweil is a Founding Partner at Chemistry VC, an early-stage venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California. In early 2024, he co-founded the boutique investment firm and subsequently closed a $350 million debut fund designed to write Series A checks ranging from $3 million to $30 million. Prior to launching Chemistry VC, Kurzweil spent 16 years as a Managing Partner at Bessemer Venture Partners. During his tenure there, he established a successful track record by leading early investments in major technology enterprises, including Twitch, Twilio, and PagerDuty. Before entering the venture capital industry, he held operational roles at Linden Lab and Dow Jones, and he earned both a bachelor's degree and an MBA from Stanford University. His current investment strategy focuses on high-conviction opportunities across developer platforms, data infrastructure, and artificial intelligence software startups.
Ethan Kurzweil is a distinguished Partner at Chemistry VC, a venture capital firm dedicated to fostering the next generation of groundbreaking technology companies. With a deep understanding of market dynamics and technological innovation, Kurzweil is instrumental in shaping Chemistry VC's investment strategy and portfolio.
As a Partner, he leads investment rounds, provides strategic guidance to portfolio companies, and leverages his extensive network to support founders from inception through growth. His approach is characterized by a hands-on commitment to helping entrepreneurs build enduring businesses that solve critical problems and create lasting value.
Kurzweil's investment thesis centers on early-stage technology companies with disruptive potential. He actively seeks out opportunities in critical sectors such as enterprise software, cloud infrastructure, developer tools, financial technology (fintech), and artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML). He is particularly drawn to companies that demonstrate strong product-market fit, scalable business models, and a clear vision for solving complex problems. His portfolio reflects a keen eye for platforms that empower businesses and individuals through innovative software solutions.
Before co-founding Chemistry VC, Ethan Kurzweil built an impressive track record as a Partner at Bessemer Venture Partners, one of the world's most established venture capital firms. During his tenure at Bessemer, he was a key investor in numerous category-defining companies. His career began with foundational roles in product management and engineering at various technology startups, providing him with invaluable operational experience that informs his investment decisions today. He holds both a BS in Computer Science and an MS in Management Science and Engineering from Stanford University, underscoring his strong technical and analytical foundation.
Kurzweil's investment acumen is evidenced by his involvement with companies like Twilio, Pinterest, Shopify, SendGrid, DocuSign, Zapier, PagerDuty, and Intercom. These investments highlight his ability to identify early-stage companies that go on to achieve significant market leadership and create substantial value. His experience across these successful ventures provides Chemistry VC with a robust framework for identifying and nurturing future industry leaders. Ethan Kurzweil continues to be a driving force in the venture capital landscape, committed to backing visionary founders and building the technology companies of tomorrow through Chemistry VC.
