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Jason McBride is a Partner at AIX Ventures in the San Francisco Bay Area, where he focuses on seed-stage artificial intelligence companies. Before joining the firm in April 2025, he spent more than two and a half years as a Partner at M12, Microsoft’s venture fund, and previously served as a Scout for Lightspeed Venture Partners. His operational experience spans more than 15 years in the B2B sector, including roles as Director of Business Development at Microsoft and Senior Director of Operations at Envestnet Yodlee. A Stanford University alumnus holding a Juris Doctor and two Master of Arts degrees, he has supported early-stage investments in startups such as Zenity, Builder.io, and HiddenLayer. McBride leverages his extensive background in law, product management, and enterprise operations to identify and scale emerging B2B software, cybersecurity, and AI ventures.
Jason McBride stands as a distinguished Partner at M12, Microsoft's venture fund, playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of enterprise technology. At M12, he is instrumental in identifying, investing in, and nurturing early-stage companies that are poised to revolutionize various sectors through innovative software and cloud-based solutions. His work directly supports M12's mission to empower startups by providing not only capital but also access to Microsoft's vast ecosystem, technical expertise, and global market reach.
McBride's investment focus is sharply honed on areas critical to the modern enterprise. He actively seeks out promising ventures in enterprise software, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, data analytics, and developer tools. These strategic areas align seamlessly with Microsoft's broader vision for digital transformation, ensuring that M12's portfolio companies are well-positioned to leverage and contribute to the Microsoft platform. His keen eye for disruptive technologies and scalable business models makes him a valuable asset to both M12 and the startups he backs.
Before joining M12, Jason McBride built a robust career foundation within Microsoft itself, holding various leadership positions that provided him with deep insights into product development, market strategy, and the intricacies of the tech industry. This extensive background, including experience in product management and strategic initiatives, equips him with a unique perspective on what it takes for technology companies to succeed from inception to scale. His operational experience is particularly beneficial to portfolio companies, offering them practical guidance on product-market fit, growth strategies, and navigating complex technical challenges.
While specific individual investments are often a collaborative effort within M12, McBride is known for his dedication to fostering innovation within the B2B software space. He works closely with founders, providing mentorship and strategic advice to help them overcome hurdles and accelerate their growth trajectories. His commitment extends beyond capital, aiming to build lasting partnerships that drive significant value for both the startups and the broader tech community. Through his work at M12, Jason McBride continues to be a driving force in discovering and empowering the next generation of enterprise technology leaders, ensuring that groundbreaking ideas receive the support needed to thrive in a competitive landscape.
Jason McBride is a Partner at M12, Microsoft's corporate venture fund, where he focuses on investing in and supporting early-stage technology companies.
Jason McBride primarily invests in enterprise software, artificial intelligence (AI), cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, data analytics, and developer tools, aligning with Microsoft's strategic technology vision.
Jason McBride works as a Partner at M12, which is Microsoft's venture fund. M12 invests in B2B software companies globally.
