Chris Dixon

Chris Dixon

Keynote Speaker: Venture Capital Leader & Crypto Investment Expert; General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz; Author of "Read Write Own"

Chris Dixon Biography

Chris Dixon is a prominent figure at the intersection of technology and finance, recognized for his work in crypto and blockchain investing. Dixon earned a BA and an MA from Columbia University, majoring in philosophy, and holds an MBA from Harvard University. This combination of humanistic inquiry and business expertise has shaped his career, enabling him to articulate the philosophical foundations of emerging technologies to audiences beyond Silicon Valley.

Before entering venture capital, Dixon co-founded two startups: SiteAdvisor, an internet security company acquired by McAfee, and Hunch, a recommendation technology company acquired by eBay. Dixon joined Andreessen Horowitz as a general partner and has been a prolific seed investor, co-founding Founder Collective, a seed venture fund, and making numerous personal angel investments in technology companies. Before joining Andreessen Horowitz, Dixon made early investments in Kickstarter, Pinterest, Stack Overflow, and Stripe. At Andreessen Horowitz, he led early investments in Oculus, which was acquired by Facebook, and Coinbase, which went public.

Dixon is the founder and managing partner of a16z crypto, leading crypto and blockchain investing through five dedicated funds that have raised more than $9.8 billion. The division’s investments span decentralized finance, decentralized media, infrastructure, social media, and gaming. Its portfolio includes Coinbase, Uniswap, OpenSea, and Solana, all significant players in the blockchain and cryptocurrency sectors. Dixon turned a $350 million crypto fund into an unrealized profit of $6 billion, representing a 17x gain. He was ranked number one on the Forbes Midas List of the world's best venture capital investors and was recognized by Fortune as a top crypto investor.

Dixon is the author of the New York Times bestseller "Read Write Own: Building the Next Era of the Internet." In the book, Dixon argues that the vision of an open network for creativity and entrepreneurship can be realized through blockchain networks, distinguishing this movement from cryptocurrency speculation. Drawing from a 25-year career in the software industry, Dixon outlines the evolution of the internet through the "read," "read-write," and "read-write-own" eras, highlighting how blockchain networks are shifting power and economic benefits to communities of users.

Dixon is known for articulating long-term theses around blockchains as open networks, developer platforms, and alternatives to centralized internet infrastructure. He has played a central role in shaping how founders, policymakers, and institutions understand the strategic importance of decentralized technologies. Dixon has been a vocal critic of regulatory approaches that lack clarity, emphasizing the need for clear regulation to retain crypto development in the United States and enable participation from traditional financial institutions. He frequently shares insights on crypto, blockchain, and NFTs with his substantial social media following. Through his writing, investing, and public advocacy, Dixon remains a significant voice in shaping the future of the internet.

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Chris Dixon Videos

Where Crypto Meets AI with Chris Dixon & David George
Chris Dixon - Future of Crypto, Blockchain & Web3
A Conversation between Brian Armstrong and Chris Dixon

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What topics does Chris Dixon speak about?

Chris Dixon is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Technology, Finance, Business, Entrepreneurship, Author, Cryptocurrency, Venture Capital, Blockchain, Marketing, Social Media and Bestselling Authors.

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Chris Dixon is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Technology, Finance and Business. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Chris Dixon generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Arlan Hamilton, Daymond John and Ron Conway. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Chris Dixon for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 23/05/2026.

Chris Dixon Videos

Where Crypto Meets AI with Chris Dixon & David George
Chris Dixon - Future of Crypto, Blockchain & Web3
A Conversation between Brian Armstrong and Chris Dixon
Marc Andreessen and Chris Dixon - YouTube
  • How do I book Chris Dixon to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Chris Dixon for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Chris Dixon, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Chris Dixon or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Chris Dixon for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Chris Dixon, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Chris Dixon, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Chris Dixon speak about?

    Chris Dixon is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Technology, Finance, Business, Entrepreneurship, Author, Cryptocurrency, Venture Capital, Blockchain, Marketing, Social Media and Bestselling Authors.
  • Where does Chris Dixon travel from?

    Chris Dixon generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Chris Dixon?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Chris Dixon for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Chris Dixon for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Chris Dixon or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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