Andreessen Horowitz Taps First Female General Partner for Crypto

Venture capital giant Andreessen Horowitz has tapped Katie Haun as its first female general partner. In her new role, Haun will be a leader of the firm’s newly formed $300 million cryptocurrency fund.

With Haun’s appointment, announced Monday, Andreessen Horowitz becomes the latest venture capital firm to add more female talent as the industry faces backlash for its largely male demographics. While venture funding still goes to mostly male founders, the Valley has been adding more women to the ranks of those making the investing decisions. Earlier this year, Bain Ventures added its first female partner, and Greylock added its ...