James Boettcher
Founder at Focus Management, Inc.
Profile
James Boettcher is the founder of Focus Management, Inc. (founded in 1996) where he holds the title of General Partner.
He is also the founder of Mingxin China Growth Fund (founded in 2006) where he holds the title of Chairman.
In addition, he founded Amsterdam Pacific Corp.
(founded in 1986) where he held the title of Managing Director.
Mr. Boettcher is currently the Chairman, President & Chief Executive Officer at Oorja Corp., Chairman at UNSDG Acquisition Corp., Investment Advisory Board Member at C.M.
Capital Corp., Partner at DeepBlue Ventures LLC, Senior Advisor at Hashkey Digital Asset Group, and Board Member at Proof Energy, Inc. He previously worked as a Director at Berkeley Earth (2013-2023), Vice President-Specialized Finance Group at Wells Fargo Bank NA (1980-1986), Telecommunications Engineer at United States Air Force Academy, Vice President at Bank of America Private Bank, and Advisor at Sandalwood Partners.
He also served as a Board Member at PCH International Ltd.
(2007-2021).
Mr. Boettcher's education includes a graduate degree from Stanford University (1976), an undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin, and an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business (1976).
James Boettcher active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
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Focus Management, Inc.
 Focus Management, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance Focus Management, Inc. (Focus Management) is a venture capital firm founded in 1996 by Steve Bird, Kevin J McQuillan and James Boettcher. The firm is headquartered in Palo Alto, California. | Founder | 1996-11-30 |
Oorja Corp.
 Oorja Corp. SemiconductorsElectronic Technology Oorja Corp. designs, develops and manufacturers methanol fuel cells. Its products include model 3 — for materials handling and portable applications, model T-1 — for telecommunications and stationary applications, stationary refueling station, mobile refueling station and remote user interface — for real-time monitoring of multiple systems. The company was founded by Sanjiv Malhotra in 2004 and is headquartered in Fremont, CA. | Chief Executive Officer | - |
Corigin Solutions LLC
 Corigin Solutions LLC Chemicals: SpecialtyProcess Industries Corigin Solutions LLC engages farmers in improving yields and margins with organic solutions produced from farm wastes. Its products include coriphol and corichar. The company was founded by Michael Woelk and is headquartered in Livermore, CA. | Founder | 2017-03-31 |
DeepBlue Ventures LLC
 DeepBlue Ventures LLC Investment ManagersFinance DeepBlue Ventures LLC (DeepBlue Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 2016 by Ran Shi. The firm is headquartered in Milpitas, California. | Private Equity Investor | - |
UNSDG Acquisition Corp.
 UNSDG Acquisition Corp. Financial ConglomeratesFinance UNSDG Acquisition Corp. is a blank check company formed for the purpose to effect a merger, capital stock exchange, asset acquisition, stock purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses. The company was founded in February 2021 and is headquartered in Las Vegas, NV. | Chairman | 2021-01-31 |
Proof Energy, Inc.
 Proof Energy, Inc. Chemicals: SpecialtyProcess Industries Proof Energy, Inc. develops ethanol solid oxide fuel cell range extender. The company is based in Fremont, CA. The CEO of the company is Vlad Kalika. | Director/Board Member | 2021-02-28 |
Anthropocene Ventures LLC
 Anthropocene Ventures LLC Investment ManagersFinance Anthropocene Ventures LLC (Anthropocene Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 2021 by James Boettcher. The firm is headquartered in San Francisco, California. | Founder | 2020-12-31 |
Hashkey Digital Asset Group
 Hashkey Digital Asset Group Information Technology ServicesTechnology Services Hashkey Digital Asset Group is an end-to-end digital asset financial services group that empowers institutions to capture opportunities in digital assets and technology. The Chinese company is a leader in the digital asset community and have offices in multiple locations. The private company's portfolio spans projects across technology, exchange platforms, capital, custody, and liquidity. The company develops investment strategies and technology solutions for institutions, family offices, hedge funds, and other professional investment entities. Notable recent investments include BlockFi, Polkadot, and Animoca Brands. Hashkey Pro is an institutional-grade trading platform for professional and institutional digital asset investors that delivers trust, integrity, security, and performance. | Consultant / Advisor | 2019-06-30 |
Mingxin China Growth Fund
 Mingxin China Growth Fund Investment ManagersFinance Mingxin China Growth Fund is a venture capital subsidiary of Mingly Corp., ultimately held by Dollos Ltd., founded in 2006. The firm is headquartered in Beijing, China. | Founder | 2006-05-31 |
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Training of James Boettcher
| Stanford University | Graduate Degree |
| University of Wisconsin | Undergraduate Degree |
| Stanford Graduate School of Business | Masters Business Admin |
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| Private companies | 16 |
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Focus Management, Inc.
Focus Management, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance Focus Management, Inc. (Focus Management) is a venture capital firm founded in 1996 by Steve Bird, Kevin J McQuillan and James Boettcher. The firm is headquartered in Palo Alto, California. | Finance |
UNSDG Acquisition Corp.
UNSDG Acquisition Corp. Financial ConglomeratesFinance UNSDG Acquisition Corp. is a blank check company formed for the purpose to effect a merger, capital stock exchange, asset acquisition, stock purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses. The company was founded in February 2021 and is headquartered in Las Vegas, NV. | Finance |
| Amsterdam Pacific Corp. | |
Bank of America Private Bank
 Bank of America Private Bank Investment ManagersFinance A subsidiary of Bank of America Corp. (NYSE: BAC), Boston-based Bank of America Private Bank (BAPB) offers private banking and wealth management services. | Finance |
Oorja Corp.
Oorja Corp. SemiconductorsElectronic Technology Oorja Corp. designs, develops and manufacturers methanol fuel cells. Its products include model 3 — for materials handling and portable applications, model T-1 — for telecommunications and stationary applications, stationary refueling station, mobile refueling station and remote user interface — for real-time monitoring of multiple systems. The company was founded by Sanjiv Malhotra in 2004 and is headquartered in Fremont, CA. | Electronic Technology |
Corigin Solutions LLC
Corigin Solutions LLC Chemicals: SpecialtyProcess Industries Corigin Solutions LLC engages farmers in improving yields and margins with organic solutions produced from farm wastes. Its products include coriphol and corichar. The company was founded by Michael Woelk and is headquartered in Livermore, CA. | Process Industries |
DeepBlue Ventures LLC
DeepBlue Ventures LLC Investment ManagersFinance DeepBlue Ventures LLC (DeepBlue Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 2016 by Ran Shi. The firm is headquartered in Milpitas, California. | Finance |
Sandalwood Partners
 Sandalwood Partners Investment ManagersFinance Sandalwood Partners (Sandalwood Partners) is a Venture Capital firm founded in 2006 by Bob Kondamoori. The firm is headquartered in Santa Clara, California. | Finance |
Wells Fargo Bank NA
 Wells Fargo Bank NA Major BanksFinance Wells Fargo Bank, NA provides investment advisory services. It offers banking, insurance, investments, mortgage, and consumer finance services. The company is headquartered in Sioux Falls, SD. | Finance |
| Berkeley Earth | |
Proof Energy, Inc.
Proof Energy, Inc. Chemicals: SpecialtyProcess Industries Proof Energy, Inc. develops ethanol solid oxide fuel cell range extender. The company is based in Fremont, CA. The CEO of the company is Vlad Kalika. | Process Industries |
Anthropocene Ventures LLC
Anthropocene Ventures LLC Investment ManagersFinance Anthropocene Ventures LLC (Anthropocene Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 2021 by James Boettcher. The firm is headquartered in San Francisco, California. | Finance |
Hashkey Digital Asset Group
Hashkey Digital Asset Group Information Technology ServicesTechnology Services Hashkey Digital Asset Group is an end-to-end digital asset financial services group that empowers institutions to capture opportunities in digital assets and technology. The Chinese company is a leader in the digital asset community and have offices in multiple locations. The private company's portfolio spans projects across technology, exchange platforms, capital, custody, and liquidity. The company develops investment strategies and technology solutions for institutions, family offices, hedge funds, and other professional investment entities. Notable recent investments include BlockFi, Polkadot, and Animoca Brands. Hashkey Pro is an institutional-grade trading platform for professional and institutional digital asset investors that delivers trust, integrity, security, and performance. | Technology Services |
PCH International Ltd.
 PCH International Ltd. Information Technology ServicesTechnology Services PCH International Ltd. designs, develops, and creates technology solutions for supply chain management applications. The firm offers solutions for product idea accelerator, product design and engineering, scaling for production, manufacturing solutions, packaging and fulfillment, ecommerce and retail, and inventory management and retail distribution. The company was founded by Liam Casey in 1996 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. | Technology Services |
Mingxin China Growth Fund
Mingxin China Growth Fund Investment ManagersFinance Mingxin China Growth Fund is a venture capital subsidiary of Mingly Corp., ultimately held by Dollos Ltd., founded in 2006. The firm is headquartered in Beijing, China. | Finance |
C.M. Capital Corp.
 C.M. Capital Corp. TextilesProcess Industries C.M. Capital Corp. engages in the provision of private investment and advisory services. Its services include encompass real estate and financial asset and investment management services. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Palo, Alto, CA. | Process Industries |
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