Chris Ham

Partner, Executive Talent | Bio + Health

Professional Overview
Chris Ham is a seasoned talent and people management professional with extensive experience in the life sciences and technology sectors. As a Partner at Andreessen Horowitz, he focuses on executive talent acquisition and development within the firm's Bio + Health portfolio.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As a Partner in the Executive Talent team at Andreessen Horowitz, Chris is responsible for identifying, recruiting, and developing top-tier executive talent to support the firm's portfolio companies in the life sciences and healthcare technology industries. He works closely with founders and CEOs to build high-performing leadership teams and drive organizational growth.

Career Progression
Prior to joining Andreessen Horowitz, Chris held various senior talent acquisition and people management roles, including Senior Director of People at ATONARP and Senior Director of Talent at Berkeley Lights, Inc. In these positions, he led the development and implementation of talent strategies to support the companies' growth and expansion. Earlier in his career, Chris served as a Director of Recruitment in the Life Sciences division at SThree, a global recruitment firm, where he successfully placed highly skilled professionals in the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors.

Academic Background
Chris holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from a leading university, where he graduated with honors.

Areas of Expertise

• Executive talent acquisition and development

• Talent strategy and workforce planning

• Organizational design and change management

• Leadership coaching and team building

• Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives

• Life sciences and healthcare technology industry knowledge

Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Chris has played a key role in shaping the talent strategies of several fast-growing, innovative companies in the life sciences and technology industries. He has a track record of successfully identifying, recruiting, and developing executive leaders who have driven significant business impact and growth. Chris is also recognized for his contributions to diversity and inclusion initiatives, which have helped his employers build more inclusive and equitable workplace cultures.

Conclusion
With his extensive experience in talent management and deep industry expertise, Chris is well-positioned to continue making a meaningful impact as a Partner in the Executive Talent team at Andreessen Horowitz. His ability to identify and develop world-class leaders, as well as his commitment to fostering diverse and inclusive organizations, make him a valuable asset to the firm and its portfolio companies.