TLDR:
Yousuf Khan transitioned from a CIO to a VC after a career that started with a part-time job at an internet start-up. He worked in various digital leadership roles before becoming a general partner at Ridge Ventures in 2020. Khan is passionate about connecting start-ups with CIOs and believes in the importance of the CIO role in organizations.
Summary:
Ridge Ventures Partner Yousuf Khan’s career began with a part-time job at an internet start-up during his college years, which ignited his passion for building tech-led companies. Despite the dot com bubble burst, Khan continued to pursue knowledge about start-ups and venture capital, ultimately transitioning from digital leadership roles to becoming a VC at Ridge Ventures. Khan is known for connecting start-ups with potential customers and hosting CIO networking events to foster relationships between start-ups and digital leaders. He believes in the importance of the CIO role in organizations and is dedicated to supporting the growth of new businesses and leaders in the technology ecosystem.
