a16z
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Investor type
PE / VC
Founded
2009
AUM
$12 000 M
Location
Menlo Park, California, United States
Investor profile last updated: 18 August, 2026
Profile
Founded in 2009 by Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz, Andreessen Horowitz (known as "a16z") is a venture capital firm in Silicon Valley, California, that backs bold entrepreneurs building the future through technology. We are stage agnostic: We invest in seed to late-stage technology companies, across the consumer, enterprise, bio/healthcare, crypto, and fintech spaces. a16z has $12B in assets under management across multiple funds, including the $1.4B Bio funds, the $865M Crypto funds, and the Cultural Leadership Fund.
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FAQs about a16z
Is a16z a venture capital or private equity firm?
a16z is a venture capital and private equity firm. It backs companies at Seed and Series A, writing tickets of $1-5 m.
Where is a16z located?
a16z is located in Menlo Park, California, United States.
When was a16z founded?
a16z was founded in 2009.
What sectors and industries does a16z invest in?
a16z invests in companies and startups in TravelTech, AdTech, Music, LegalTech, Energy, Travel, Telecommunications, Sports/SportsTech, Robotics, Real Estate, Other, Marketing and Advertising, Gaming, Foodtech, Food and Beverage, Fashion/Beauty, Edtech, Education, Biotechnology, Consumer Services (B2C), Financial Services, Security, MedTech, Technology, HealthTech, Transportation, Software, Media and Entertainment, Healthcare Services, Fintech, Defense.
What is a16z geographical focus of investments?
a16z invests in companies and startups in North America, South America, Europe.
At what stages of companies and startups does a16z typically invest in?
a16z invests in companies and startups at Seed, Series A.
What is the usual amount of a16z investment?
a16z usually invests $1-5 m on average.
What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for a16z?
a16z has around $12 000m assets under management.
Does a16z invest and support LGBTQ, female and other minorities startups and founders?
a16z invests and supports People of color and other minorities startups and founders.
What are the contacts of a16z?
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