The Breakthrough Energy Ventures Mafia
6 people came through Breakthrough Energy Ventures and went on to found or lead other companies.
Bill GatesFounder, Breakthrough EnergyFounded Gates FoundationAdam WallenMemberFounded VEIR +1Ashley GroshHead of DiscoveryFounded WellsfargoBrian MayersBreakthrough Energy VenturesFounded Nano Terra, Inc.Timothy HeidelPrincipalFounded VEIRDavid EagleshamEntrepreneur In ResidenceFounded Electric Hydrogen
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Breakthrough Energy Ventures mafia?
- The Breakthrough Energy Ventures mafia is the network of 6 people who came through Breakthrough Energy Ventures and went on to found or lead other companies, including Gates Foundation, VEIR, Wellsfargo, Nano Terra, Inc., Electric Hydrogen.
- Who is in the Breakthrough Energy Ventures mafia?
- Notable members include Bill Gates (Gates Foundation), Adam Wallen (VEIR), Ashley Grosh (Wellsfargo), Brian Mayers (Nano Terra, Inc.), Timothy Heidel (VEIR), David Eaglesham (Electric Hydrogen).
- What companies did Breakthrough Energy Ventures alumni found?
- Companies founded by Breakthrough Energy Ventures alumni include Gates Foundation, VEIR, Wellsfargo, Nano Terra, Inc., Electric Hydrogen.



