Canaan Partners is an early-stage venture capital firm that invests in visionary entrepreneurs with transformative ideas. Founded in 1987 by Harry Rein and Eric Young, the firm has a rich history of supporting innovative companies across the technology and healthcare sectors. With a diversified portfolio, Canaan has achieved over 200 successful exits, including 59 IPOs and 134 mergers and acquisitions.

The firm's investment strategy emphasizes a balanced approach, allocating approximately 60% of capital to technology investments and 40% to healthcare investments. Notable portfolio companies include LendingClub, The RealReal, and Turo. Canaan is also recognized for its commitment to diversity, with 40% of its investment team being women, significantly surpassing the industry average.

The firm operates from offices in Stamford, Connecticut; Menlo Park, California; San Francisco, California; and New York City, New York.