Our Team
Intellectual Ventures’ goal is to assemble a world-class team to invent and invest in inventions. Our team is a very unique mix of scientists, technologists, business leaders, strategists, engineers, mathematicians, programmers, attorneys, IP experts, and support staff.
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Nathan Myhrvold
Founder, CEO
Nathan Myhrvold founded Intellectual Ventures after retiring from his position as chief strategist and chief technology officer of Microsoft Corporation.
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Edward Jung
Founder, Chief Technology Officer
Edward Jung founded Intellectual Ventures after leaving Microsoft Corporation, where he was chief architect and advisor to executive staff.
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Peter N. Detkin
Founder, Vice-Chairman
Peter N. Detkin is a founder and vice-chairman of Intellectual Ventures, where he focuses on a variety of projects relating to intellectual property and invention.
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Greg Gorder
Founder, Vice-Chairman
Greg Gorder is a founder and vice chairman of Intellectual Ventures. He helped found Intellectual Ventures in 2000, and since that time, has played an instrumental role in the company’s formation and growth.
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Adriane Brown
President and Chief Operating Officer
With nearly 30 years of management experience from the factory floor to the boardroom, Ms. Brown has learned firsthand that a company’s success begins with its people. Her leadership expertise and business acumen serve as the cornerstone for building strong, global performance at Intellectual Ventures.
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David Kris
General Counsel
David Kris joins Intellectual Ventures as general counsel, bringing with him nearly twenty years of experience in both the private sector and the United States Department of Justice. As general counsel for Intellectual Ventures, he is responsible for overseeing legal and government affairs matters for the company.
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Russell L. Stein
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Russell L. Stein joined Intellectual Ventures as executive vice president and chief financial officer, bringing with him 19 years of experience at financial institutions including Merrill Lynch and Morgan Stanley. In his role as chief financial officer, Mr. Stein is responsible for directing the company’s financial strategy and overseeing investor relations.
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