Our team brings top-tier M&A experience to help management prepare and optimize M&A outcomes

The VIVE Team

Jack Helfand

MANAGING PARTNER

Mr. Helfand has over two decades of experience in all facets of venture capital. Jack is the founder of VIVE Capital and continues as a partner at VantagePoint Capital Partners (VPCP).  Jack was a general counsel with the private equity firm Everest Group and the investment banking firm Thomas Weisel Partners.   Jack was previously a corporate and M&A attorney at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati and Mayer, Brown & Platt.

  • Neil Wolff

    SENIOR PARTNER

    Mr. Wolff has over three decades of experience as a venture industry legal professional. Neil is a Founder and Managing Partner of the Oxford Angels and is a Managing Director and General Counsel at VPCP. Neil was previously a corporate and securities partner at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati.

  • Jordan Simkin

    VENTURE PARTNER

    Mr. Simkin is an entrepreneur with over 15 years operating experience. Jordan has founded and helped grow several internet, lead generation and software companies. Jordan was previously a senior executive with online retailer HockeyGiant (acquired 2015).

  • Dave White

    ENTREPRENEUR IN RESIDENCE

    Mr. White comes to VIVE following a career in product leadership, with expertise in payments and media. Dave has worked inside venture and PE-backed firms, including Marqeta, Technorati and IGN. He holds a BA in Political Economy from Tulane University and a Masters in Computer Science from University of Pennsylvania.

Senior Advisors

Harold Friedman

Mr. Friedman has over two decades of experience as a venture industry finance professional. Harold is the Chief Financial Officer at Polaris Partners.  Harold was previously with VPCP, Acacia Venture Partners, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Weiss, Peck & Greer and BDO Seidman. Harold is a Certified Public Accountant. 

Glenn Luinenburg

Mr. Luinenburg has over two decades of experience in venture capital.  Glenn is a Partner at WilmerHale where he provides technology-focused clients with sophisticated legal counsel and practical business advice.   

Ryan Simkin

Mr. Simkin has over 15 years of experience as a venture industry professional. Ryan is a Founder and Managing Partner at Fortis Advisors.  Ryan was previously with DLA Piper and Foley & Lardner.