Jonathan Lai — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz, leading investments for a16z Speedrun and the Games vertical.
Focuses on AI-native consumer apps and enterprise tools.
Previously served as Senior Director, Business Development at Tencent for 4 years.
Held roles at Riot Games, Crosslink Capital, and Morgan Stanley.
Holds an MBA in Business Administration and an A.B. in Economics.

Biography

Jonathan Lai is a General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), where he leads the investment team for a16z Speedrun and the Games vertical. His investment focus includes AI-native consumer applications and enterprise tools, reflecting his belief in AI's role in redefining how people socialize, play, and work.

Prior to his current role at Andreessen Horowitz, Lai served as Senior Director of Business Development at Tencent for four years, from 2015 to 2019.