Inside the Mind of a Silicon Valley VC
The Women Living a Richer Life (WLRL) community has partnered with Lenora Capital–Brighton Jones’ private markets platform–to host an exclusive conversation with Lynne Chou O’Keefe. Lynne is the founder and managing partner of Define Ventures, a VC firm with $800 million in AUM (2025) focused on backing early-stage health tech companies. Her story is a shining example of intentional career growth and a case study for how mission-led investment has the potential to drive industry transformation.
This curated discussion will explore how Lynne’s life lessons are helping to shape the future of healthcare through strategic investments, technological innovation, and purposeful partnerships. This is a rare opportunity for anyone interested in how the innovation economy can drive meaningful change that impacts the lives—and lifespans—of millions.
We’ll cover:
- Lynne’s experience forging an intentional career path in both tech and finance
- Define Venture’s mission-driven approach to venture capital investing
- Shaping the future healthcare through technology and innovation
Our Featured Speaker
Lynne Chou O’Keefe is the founder and managing partner of Define Ventures, a $800M firm backing early-stage health tech companies including Hims & Hers, Livongo, and Evolent. With experience spanning Kleiner Perkins, Abbott Vascular, Apax Partners, and Goldman Sachs, she has launched products globally, led multi-billion-dollar transactions, and been recognized as one of WSJ’s Women in Venture Capital to Watch. She holds a B.S. from Stanford and an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be inspired and learn about possible at the intersection of purpose, values, innovation, and the power of venture capital.