Mark Wade, Founder of Ayar Labs

About Mark Wade

Mark Wade is the founder of Ayar Labs. Ayar Labs operates in AI Infrastructure and is based in San Jose, CA. Ayar Labs has raised $624M, latest Series E $500M (2025). Backers on record include Glen Kacher, Kendra Perlitz, Light Street Capital, Playground Global.

Mark Wade at a glance

Company

Ayar Labs

Industry

AI Infrastructure

Location

San Jose, CA

Total raised

$624M

Investors on record

Glen Kacher, Kendra Perlitz, Light Street Capital, Playground Global

Frequently asked about Mark Wade

Who is Mark Wade?

Mark Wade is the founder of Ayar Labs. Full profile, funding history and background on StartupFundraising.com.

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Mark Wade founded Ayar Labs, a AI Infrastructure company based in San Jose, CA.

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