Bryan Johnson
About Bryan Johnson
Bryan Johnson is a prominent American entrepreneur and angel investor recognized for his early investments in technology and healthcare sectors. He is the founder and former CEO of Kernel, a company developing devices to monitor and record brain activity, and OS Fund, a venture capital firm investing in early-stage science and technology companies. Johnson also founded Braintree, a mobile and web payment system company that acquired Venmo in 2012 and was subsequently acquired by PayPal in 2013. As an angel investor, Johnson focuses on sectors such as technology, healthcare, artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and neurotechnology. His investment strategy emphasizes supporting innovative companies at various stages, from seed to growth, with a geographical focus on markets including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Australia, Japan, South Korea, India, China, Brazil, Mexico, South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt, Russia, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Singapore, and South Korea. Johnson's track record includes significant investments in companies like Kernel and OS Fund, reflecting his commitment to advancing scientific and technological innovations. His investment philosophy centers on identifying and nurturing companies that have the potential to make a substantial impact on their respective industries and society at large.
Investment Mandate
Investment Stages3
Asset Classes2
Geographical Focus
African markets3
Other stated markets16
Requirements
Innovative technology solutions, Scalable business models, Experienced management teams, Clear market differentiation, Potential for significant impact
Stated Portfolio4
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