What does Jerry Fiddler invest in?

Jerry Fiddler at Zygote Ventures (Berkeley, California, United States) — sector focus: Climate Tech.

How do I contact Jerry Fiddler?

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Where is Jerry Fiddler based?

Jerry Fiddler is based in Berkeley, California, United States.

Jerry Fiddler, Zygote Ventures

About Jerry Fiddler

Jerry Fiddler is the principal and Managing Director of Zygote Ventures, a Berkeley-based seed and angel venture capital fund he leads after serving 23 years as CEO and Chairman of Wind River, the embedded software company he founded. His investment thesis targets innovative technology enterprises at the seed or very early stage, with a specific preference for the Cleantech sector and companies requiring less than $1 million in capital. Zygote typically invests first in these ventures, acting as a lead investor rather than a follower. Notable portfolio companies include Solazyme, where Fiddler serves as Chairman, and early-stage technology firms such as Tensilica, Crossbow, and Nanochip, on which he sits as a board director. Fiddler’s distinctive point of view emphasizes embedded systems and clean technology innovation, reflecting his background as a founder who grew Wind River from a Berkeley garage startup to a global leader. He actively engages with students and universities like UC Berkeley and Wharton in an advisory capacity, blending his technical expertise with mentorship.

Jerry Fiddler at a glance

Role: Managing Director
Organization: Zygote Ventures
Location: Berkeley, California, United States
Investor type: Venture Capital

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What does Jerry Fiddler invest in?: Jerry Fiddler at Zygote Ventures (Berkeley, California, United States) — sector focus: Climate Tech.
How do I contact Jerry Fiddler?: Jerry Fiddler's published profile links (website, LinkedIn or X where available) are listed on the StartupFundraising.com investor profile.
Where is Jerry Fiddler based?: Jerry Fiddler is based in Berkeley, California, United States.

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Jerry Fiddler, Zygote Ventures

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