John Chen

John Chen is a seasoned venture capitalist and industry expert with extensive experience across various prominent firms. Currently a General Partner at Fika Ventures since February 2020, Chen focuses on investments in b2b software, fintech, and healthcare IT. As a columnist for TechCrunch, coverage revolves around the future of work and culture. Previous roles include serving as an Investor at Emergence Capital, where involvement included notable investments in major enterprises, and as a Board Observer and Series A Investor at Crunchbase. Other significant positions held include Chief of Staff to the CEO at Box and a Fellow at Google, contributing to projects aimed at enhancing public understanding of election data. Educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts from Harvard University.