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Kevin Hartz builds and backs technology companies as a cofounder and general partner at A* and a cofounder of Sauron. He previously cofounded Eventbrite and Xoom, serving as CEO and later in board roles at both, and was a partner and entrepreneur in residence at Founders Fund. His earlier venture ConnectGroup brought high-speed internet access to hotels.
Kevin Hartz builds and backs technology companies as a cofounder and general partner at A* and a cofounder of Sauron. He previously cofounded Eventbrite and Xoom, serving as CEO and later in board roles at both, and was a partner and entrepreneur in residence at Founders Fund. His earlier venture ConnectGroup brought high-speed internet access to hotels.
Career
Cofounder and General Partner at A* from 2020-06 to Present
Cofounder at Sauron until PresentCo-founder/GP at A* Capital until Present
Cofounder and Chairman at Eventbrite from 2018-08 to 2024-06Previously CEO October 2005–September 2016; director from October 2005 until June 2024.
Partner and Entrepreneur in Residence at Founders Fund from 2016-09 to 2018-06Worked as a venture partner following his operating career.
Cofounder and Director at Xoom from 2001 to 2015CEO from 2001 to 2005, then continued as director through 2015.
