S32

S32 (formerly Section 32) is a venture capital firm founded in 2017 by Bill Maris, the former CEO of Google Ventures (GV). The firm is headquartered in Palo Alto, California, and focuses on investing at the frontiers of technology and healthcare, supporting companies that aim to solve complex global challenges and enhance the human condition.

S32 funds companies across all stages, from pre-seed to growth, with a particular emphasis on revolutionary technologies such as artificial intelligence, quantum computing, computational biology, biotechnology, enterprise software, cybersecurity, and fintech. The firm is known for its deep expertise in both technology and life sciences, and its portfolio includes notable companies like Coinbase, Crowdstrike, Thrive, Vir, Relay, and Cohere.

With over $2 billion under management, S32 has raised multiple funds and attracted institutional investors from philanthropic, nonprofit, and educational organizations. The firm’s leadership includes seasoned executives from Alphabet, Verily, and GoogleX, and it continues to expand its impact by backing innovative startups that drive transformative change.