Reid Hoffman

Extracted Attributes

• Name

  Reid Garrett Hoffman

• Award

  Academy of Achievement Inductee (2014)

• Father

  William Parker Hoffman Jr.

• Gender

  Male

• Mother

  Deanna Ruth Rutter

• Education

  Oxford University (Marshall Scholar)

• Net Worth

  $2.6 billion (as of 2025)

• Nationality

  American

• Date of Birth

  1967-08-05

• Place of Birth

  Stanford, California, United States

• Primary Occupations

  Internet entrepreneur, Venture capitalist, Podcaster, Author

Timeline

• Born in Stanford, California, United States. (Source: Wikidata, Wikipedia)

  1967-08-05

• Awarded Marshall Scholarship and attended Oxford University. (Source: Web Search Results, Wikidata)

  1993

• Co-founded LinkedIn, a business-oriented social network. (Source: Wikipedia, Summary)

  2003

• Joined Greylock Partners as a partner. (Source: DBPedia, Web Search Results)

  2009

• Became a member of the Bilderberg Group (at least by this year). (Source: Wikipedia, Summary)

  2011

• Inducted into the Academy of Achievement. (Source: Web Search Results)

  2014

• Became a member of the Council on Foreign Relations. (Source: Wikipedia, Summary)

  2015

• Co-founded Inflection AI, an AI studio. (Source: Web Search Results, DBPedia)

  2022

• Became a founding investor in OpenAI. (Source: Summary, Related Document)

  Unknown

• Co-founded Manas AI. (Source: Wikipedia, Summary)

  Unknown

• Co-founded FWD.us, advocating for immigration reform and education. (Source: Web Search Results)

  Unknown

• Participated in the All-In Podcast, discussing early PayPal days, AI trends (Nvidia, AI infrastructure, open vs. closed source AI), OpenAI's corporate structure, Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI, Microsoft's deal with Inflection AI, M&A regulation criticism, support for Kamala Harris, opposition to Donald Trump (including funding the E. Jean Carroll Case), funding groups for RFK Jr. ballot lawsuits, and antisemitism. (Source: Related Document fbf4ff2d-6d15-41d1-a727-bc7cf95325d1)

  Recent

Reid Hoffman

Reid Garrett Hoffman (born August 5, 1967) is an American internet entrepreneur, venture capitalist, podcaster, and author. Hoffman is the co-founder and former executive chairman of LinkedIn, a business-oriented social network used primarily for professional networking. He is also chairman of venture capital firm Village Global, a co-founder of Inflection AI, a co-founder of Manas AI, and a board member at Arc Institute. Hoffman has been an influential figure in political circles, being a member of the Bilderberg Group since at least 2011 and the Council on Foreign Relations since 2015. He has actively participated in political funding and advocacy, contributing to various campaigns and organizations, and has been a vocal proponent of democratic institutions and humanism in technological innovation. As of 2025, Forbes estimates his net worth to be $2.6 billion.

Web Search Results

• Reid Hoffman | Institute of Global Politics | SIPA

  An accomplished entrepreneur, executive, and investor, Reid Hoffman has played an integral role in building many of today’s leading consumer technology businesses. In 2003 he cofounded LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional networking service and in 2009 he joined Greylock as a partner. In 2022, Hoffman cofounded Inflection AI, an AI studio that created Pi. [...] He is the co-author of five best-selling books:_The Startup of You_,_The Alliance_,_Blitzscaling_,_Masters of Scale_, and _Impromptu_. He is an Aspen Institute Crown Fellow, a Marshall Scholar at Oxford, and a graduate of Stanford University. Site Footer ----------- []( Institute of Global Politics 420 West 118th Street New York, NY10027 igp@sipa.columbia.edu ### Follow Us []( []( []( []( []( []( []( [...] He currently serves on the boards of Aurora, Coda, Entrepreneur First, Microsoft, Nauto, and a few early stage companies still in stealth. In addition, he serves on a number of not-for-profit boards, including Kiva, Endeavor, CZ Biohub, New America, Berggruen Institute, Opportunity@Work, the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered AI, and the MacArthur Foundation’s Lever for Change. He is the host of Masters of Scale, the first American podcast to commit to a 50-50 gender balance for featured

• Reid Hoffman - Greylock Partners

  Reid is a frequent public speaker, known for his approachability and skill at explaining complex topics with lucidity. He is the author of six best-selling books including Blitzscaling,The Start-up of You, The Alliance, Masters of Scale, Impromptu and most recently, Superagency: What Could Possibly Go Right with Our AI Future. He also hosts the podcastsMasters of Scale and Possible. [...] An accomplished entrepreneur and executive, he played an integral role in building many of today’s leading consumer technology businesses, including LinkedIn and PayPal. As an investor, he has been instrumental in the success of iconic companies such as Facebook and Airbnb and has helped fast-growing startups like Aurora get to scale.

• Reid Hoffman | EBSCO Research Starters

  _Reid Hoffman is a risk taker whose visionary viewpoint has helped shape the way the world does business. From the start, Hoffman knew that he wanted to make a difference on a global scale. He recognized that the Internet was the best means to that end and focused his efforts on employing technology to connect and empower individuals everywhere. He cofounded LinkedIn as a forum for online networking and sharing of information among professionals and would-be entrepreneurs. Today, LinkedIn is [...] Early Life ---------- Reid Garrett Hoffman grew up in Berkeley, California, as the only child of two free-thinking lawyers, Deanna Ruth Rutter and William Parker Hoffman Jr. From a very early age, Hoffman participated in his parents' ethics discussions and activism—a foundation that shaped his goals and career. [...] Hoffman has the respect and admiration of virtually everyone in the technology industry. He is considered to be a fearless visionary, a staunch supporter of entrepreneurial practices and principles, and a generous philanthropist dedicated to driving positive societal change. He has also garnered a reputation as an approachable, open, and honest individual. Bibliography ------------

• Reid Hoffman

  Image 11: Inducted Badge Inducted in 2014 Career Entrepreneur Date of Birth August 5, 1967 Reid Hoffman has been called “the most connected man in Silicon Valley,” the “über-investor” who “has had a hand in creating nearly every lucrative social media start-up.” As entrepreneur, executive and investor, he has played an integral part in building LinkedIn, PayPal, Facebook and many others. [...] Reid Hoffman was LinkedIn’s Chief Executive Officer for the company’s first four years; he continues to serve as Chairman of the Board. In addition to sitting on the board of the Mozilla Foundation and numerous nonprofits, he is a founder of FWD.us, which lobbies for immigration reform and the improvement of American education. He has been honored by the World Affairs Council and Global Philanthropy Forum for Technology for Social Impact. Image 9 [...] Image 6: Reid Hoffman, a 1993 Marshall Scholar at Oxford University, meets a new generation of Marshall Scholars at the 2014 International Achievement Summit in San Francisco. (© Academy of Achievement) Academy honoree Reid Hoffman, a 1993 Marshall Scholar at Oxford University, meets a new generation of Marshall Scholars at the 2014 International Achievement Summit in San Francisco. (American Academy of Achievement)

• Founder Story: Reid Hoffman of LinkedIn

  Reid Hoffman, the visionary entrepreneur who co-founded LinkedIn, transformed the way professionals connect and network worldwide. From his early days as a philosophy student to becoming a Silicon Valley titan, Hoffman's journey is a testament to the power of strategic thinking and relentless innovation. His story is not just about building a successful company, but about reimagining the future of work and professional relationships in the digital age. [...] Hoffman's legacy extends beyond his business achievements. He is a noted philanthropist and advocate for responsible technology development. His work with OpenAI and his public discussions on AI ethics showcase his commitment to ensuring that technological advancements benefit humanity as a whole. Closing Thoughts ---------------- [...] His innovation philosophy extends to artificial intelligence, an area where Hoffman has been increasingly active. In 2022, he co-founded Inflection AI, aiming to develop AI software that facilitates human-computer communication. This venture reflects Hoffman's belief in the transformative potential of AI technology.

• Award

  Marshall Scholarship

• Image

  

• Gender

  male

• Educated At

  Stanford University

• Instance Of

  Q5

• Occupation

  writer

• Citizenship

  United States

• Date Of Birth

  8/5/1967

• Place Of Birth

  Stanford

Reid Garrett Hoffman (born August 5, 1967) is an American internet entrepreneur, venture capitalist, podcaster, and author. Hoffman was the co-founder and executive chairman of LinkedIn, a business-oriented social network used primarily for professional networking. He is currently a partner at the venture capital firm Greylock Partners and a co-founder of Inflection AI. On the Forbes 2021 list of the world's billionaires, Hoffman was ranked #1580 with a net worth of US$2.4 billion.