“A lot of people think venture capital is about 'I've got a great idea.' But it's really about 'I've got a great team.'”

About Thomas J. Perkins

Venture Capitalist • American

Thomas J. Perkins was a pioneering American businessman and venture capitalist, best known as a co-founder of the influential Silicon Valley firm Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers. He played a crucial role in funding and...

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