Chris Olsen, Drive Capital

Chris Olsen, a Co-Founder and Partner at Drive Capital, invests stage-agnostically from seed to growth equity. See sector focus and contact routes.

About Chris Olsen

Chris Olsen, a Co-Founder and Partner at Drive Capital, invests stage-agnostically from seed to growth equity in technology startups across the United States and Canada, primarily outside Silicon Valley, with check sizes ranging from $30,000 to $30 million. His distinctive thesis targets underserved geographies in the Midwest and "Driveway" region, focusing on sectors like financial technology, healthcare, artificial intelligence, and data infrastructure where coastal VCs often overlook opportunities. Notable portfolio companies include Duolingo, Root Insurance, ApplyBoard, VAST Data, and Path Robotics, reflecting his focus on leveraging technology in traditional sectors.

Chris Olsen at a glance

Role
Managing Director
Organization
Drive Capital
Location
Columbus, Ohio, United States
Investor type
Venture Capital
Focus areas
Software

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What does Chris Olsen invest in?
Chris Olsen at Drive Capital (Columbus, Ohio, United States) — sector focus: Software.
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Where is Chris Olsen based?
Chris Olsen is based in Columbus, Ohio, United States.

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