Kristina Simmons

Kristina Simmons has built, advised, and invested in leading brands, establishing herself as a trusted partner with proven venture and operational experience. At lululemon, she was an early member of the “web team,” playing a pivotal role in launching e-commerce and managing social media and digital channels, making lululemon a pioneer in these spaces. She later led Emerging Products and Concepts, focusing on innovative initiatives such as digital products, strategic partnerships, and international expansion. Kristina then joined Andreessen Horowitz as a partner, where she supported market development, helping portfolio companies evolve into renowned brands and connecting them with global leaders. Her career path then led her to an early-stage food startup, transitioning later to advising and angel investing. At Khosla Ventures, she served as Chief of Staff and investment partner, serving on boards from Seed to Series D. Recognizing the need for a more founder-centric approach in venture capital, Kristina founded Overwater Ventures to create more value and support for early-stage companies.

Overwater Ventures
Wednesday
May 07
Disrupt, Discover, Deliver: The New Wave of Tech Bio Investments
4:30 PM

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5:15 PM

Explore how emerging tech bio ventures are reshaping traditional market dynamics and capturing the attention of forward-thinking investors. This session dives into key trends in synthetic biology, computational life sciences, and platform-based drug discovery, highlighting strategies to accelerate breakthroughs and unlock value at scale. Hear seasoned venture experts discuss the evolving regulatory and investment landscapes, share approaches to building high-growth portfolios, and provide insights on nurturing disruptive companies from seed to maturity. Join a candid dialogue on how collaboration, cutting-edge research, and risk management converge to drive the future of tech bio innovation.

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2,495

USD

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$3,495

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