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James D Robinson IV (born June 13, 1962) is an American venture capitalist and entrepreneur[1], notably recognized as the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of RRE Ventures, a prominent venture capital firm in New York City. Robinson’s direct investments include impactful contributions to companies like Bolt, BroadSoft[2], CAMP, DCG, HYPR, iCrossing, K2, Kik, KindBody, Kroll Bond Ratings, Ladder, Latch, Makerbot, Metapath, Noom, Olo, Orchestria, Paxos, Quirky, Red Brick Systems, RevolutionMoney, Ripple, Rubric, Spring Health, SmartPay, Taqua, Telocity, TheSkimm, Vastera, Vocera, Venmo, Wedding Channel, and Wisdom Tree Investments[2][1][2][3]
Early life and education[edit]
Robinson was born on June 13, 1962, in New York City. He was born into a family deeply rooted in the business world,as the son of James D. Robinson III, the former CEO of American Express.[1][2][3] His early experiences played a significant role in shaping his perspective and laying the foundation for his future endeavors in the world of business. His early education took place in New York, where he attended high school. In his late teens, Robinson drove Taxi in New York City. [2][4]
In 1986, James graduated with a degree in Business Administration and Computer Science from Antioch College. He later earned an MBA from Harvard Business School in 1992.[2][4][3]
Career[edit]
Robinson's career includes positions at Hambrecht & Quist, JPMorgan & Co., and General Electric. In 1994, he co-founded RRE Ventures (formerly Sunset Partners) with Stuart J. Ellman, a Harvard Business School classmate. James D. Robinson III, his father, joined the venture full-time in 1996. [4][3]
Political involvement[edit]
Robinson has held positions at the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority and served in the Washington D.C. office during the 1984 Reagan-Bush Campaign as a press coordinator. In 2023 Robinson joined the Forward Party, founded by Andrew Yang and Governor Christie Todd Whitman. He has historically identified as an Independent. [5]
Membership[edit]
Robinson serves or has served on numerous public, private and philanthropic boards, including: [5][6]
- Empire State Realty Trust (owner of the Empire State Building and other properties - NYSE: ESRT)
- Harvard Kennedy School
- National Organization on Drug Abuse Problems
- Director of the Partnership for New York City Investment Fund
- WisdonTree Board
Award(s)[edit]
- Lewis Rudin Award (2007) [6]
Personal life[edit]
Robinson is married to Katie Jacobs, the daughter of Jeremy Jacobs. Together, they are parents to four children, and have many rescue dogs. [6]
References[edit]
- ^ a b c "James D Robinson IV and The World of Venture Capital". 2023-12-06. Retrieved 2024-01-17.
- ^ a b c d e f laraparker07 (2023-12-06). ""Pioneering Tomorrow - The Multifaceted Legacy of James D. Robinson IV". Havily. Retrieved 2024-01-17.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ a b c d "James Robinson - Empowering Innovation, Igniting Success - Forbes Times Only". 2024-01-03. Retrieved 2024-01-17.
- ^ a b c "James Robinson – Venture with Vision: Fueling Dreams, Powering Innovation | Gudstory Org News". 2023-12-08. Retrieved 2024-01-17.
- ^ a b "James D. Robinson IV – Pioneering Ventures and Shaping Industries - US Insider". usinsider.com. 2024-01-11. Retrieved 2024-01-17.
- ^ a b c "Navigating the Tides of Innovation – Jim Robinson and the Venture Capital Odyssey - Atlanta Wire". atlwire.com. 2024-01-11. Retrieved 2024-01-17.
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