The Polaris Partners Mafia
7 people came through Polaris Partners and went on to found or lead other companies.
Amir NashatEntrepreneur PartnerFounded Jnana Therapeutics +3Robert LangerScientific Advisory Committee MemberFounded Lyndra +2Alan CraneEntrepreneur PartnerFounded Seismic Therapeutic +1Pat KinselVenture PartnerFounded Proof +1Amy SchulmanManaging PartnerFounded LyndraBrendan HanniganEntrepreneur PartnerFounded Sonrai SecurityDavid LucchinoSenior AssociateFounded Frequency Therapeutics
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Polaris Partners mafia?
- The Polaris Partners mafia is the network of 7 people who came through Polaris Partners and went on to found or lead other companies, including Jnana Therapeutics, Lyndra, Seismic Therapeutic, Proof, Sonrai Security.
- Who is in the Polaris Partners mafia?
- Notable members include Amir Nashat (Jnana Therapeutics), Robert Langer (Lyndra), Alan Crane (Seismic Therapeutic), Pat Kinsel (Proof), Amy Schulman (Lyndra), Brendan Hannigan (Sonrai Security), David Lucchino (Frequency Therapeutics).
- What companies did Polaris Partners alumni found?
- Companies founded by Polaris Partners alumni include Jnana Therapeutics, Lyndra, Seismic Therapeutic, Proof, Sonrai Security, Frequency Therapeutics.







