Jon
Sakoda

Jon is the Founding Partner of Decibel, a newly formed independent venture firm that invests in early-stage technology companies. An entrepreneur turned venture capitalist, Jon has worked alongside dozens of founders and has a passion for helping startups discover their unfair advantages.

Previously a general partner at New Enterprise Associates, Jon led investments in early-stage start-ups in the consumer internet and enterprise software sectors. Prior to becoming a venture capitalist, he was an entrepreneur and co-founder of IMlogic, Inc., serving as its Chief Technology Officer and Vice President of Products, through acquisition by Symantec Corporation. He was previously with Goldman Sachs in their private equity group investing in software, internet, and communications.

Jon graduated from Harvard College and is passionate about his family, and the adventures they take together.