Ben Yu
Managing Partner at Sierra Ventures
San Francisco Bay Area
Writes $500K – $15M checks · typically $7.8M
About
Ben Yu, a Princeton PhD and former networking infrastructure engineer, evaluates deep‑tech and industrial automation startups using his 3 As framework (Advantages, Automating, Artificial intelligence) to drive systems-level workforce insights.
Ben Yu @benyu_sierra
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Mar 29, 2022 · ♥ 11
Ben Yu @benyu_sierra
CXO Tech Survey results are in! Learn what Tech CXOs are prioritizing in 2022. 🔒 Cybersecurity Still Top of Mind ⛅ Mass Kubernetes Adoption Has Arrived 💻 Hybrid Work, the New Normal 🌎 Tech CXOs Driving Aspects of ESG 🚪 Emerging Tech Priorities https://t.co/IoylMZCd9M
Feb 3, 2022 · ♥ 6 · ⇄ 3
Ben Yu @benyu_sierra
Congrats to team @CoreTigo on their $13M Series B fundraise! Big milestone for the company developing Industrial Wireless Solutions to advance IIOT & Factory Automation Communication. Welcome @VerizonVentures! https://t.co/I1c6DChOKo
Jun 24, 2021 · ♥ 6
Invests in
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechDefense TechDeveloper ToolsEnergyEnterprise SoftwareHardwareNew MaterialsRoboticsSaaSSemiconductorsSpace Tech
Deals · 2
DeepHowBoard seat
via Sierra Ventures · filed May 2025 · $5M raise
Cnex LabsBoard seat
via Sierra Ventures · filed Mar 2021 · $30M raise
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Colleagues at Sierra Ventures
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