Robert May

Robert May is a Managing Director at Industry Ventures based in San Francisco, California. He brings over 20 years of executive experience in financial reporting, operations, and compliance for venture capital firms and operating companies. Prior to his current position, May served as the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer at Founders Fund and Thomas Weisel Venture Partners. His earlier career includes working as a Venture Partner at Standish Management, where he was the Engagement Director for Lowercase Capital, and acting as Controller at Mohr Davidow Ventures to oversee more than $1 billion in funds. Additionally, he worked as a Finance and Control Analyst at Hewlett-Packard and holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Finance from San Jose State University. Today, his primary professional focus remains on venture capital fund management, secondary investments, and institutional financial operations.