Jon Ylvisaker Joins Crosscut Ventures in Los Angeles to Lead Investment in Frontier Technologies and Energy Solutions

Crosscut Ventures, a Los Angeles-based venture capital firm, has appointed Jon Ylvisaker as a Partner.

With more than 25 years of investment experience, Ylvisaker is set to play a pivotal role in driving the firm’s growth and advancing its efforts to scale early-stage frontier technology solutions, specifically through Crosscut Fund Six and future funds.

Leading Investment Strategy in Emerging Sectors

In his new role, Ylvisaker will be responsible for shaping Crosscut’s investment strategy, particularly in the fields of frontier energy, power, and advanced manufacturing innovations.

He will also contribute to the firm’s support of growth-stage companies and oversee follow-on investments and strategic development for these frontier tech companies.

A Wealth of Experience in Innovation and Climate Solutions

Ylvisaker brings with him a wealth of experience from his past roles, including serving as the Founding Partner and Managing Director of Yield Capital Partners, a firm he established in 2013.

Additionally, he has worked as the Founder and Portfolio Manager at Wolfacre Global Management, a Tiger Management hedge fund.

His extensive background spans across energy technologies, digital infrastructure, and fostering climate solutions, making him a natural fit for the firm’s focus on clean energy and sustainable technologies.

Crosscut Ventures’ Vision for Clean Energy and Technological Innovation

Crosscut Ventures, led by Managing Director and Co-Founder Brian Garrett, continues to focus on supporting founders who are pioneering solutions in clean energy, space commercialization, ocean and earth exploration, decarbonization, and defense system advancements.

With Ylvisaker’s leadership, the firm is poised to make even greater strides in accelerating the growth of frontier technology companies.

A New Chapter for Crosscut Ventures

With this appointment, Crosscut Ventures strengthens its commitment to scaling frontier technologies that are set to shape the future of energy, infrastructure, and climate solutions.

Ylvisaker’s extensive expertise is expected to play a significant role in the firm’s continued success in the coming years.

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