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# Bill Maris, Founder of Google Ventures (#6)
- URL: https://www.kevinrose.com/bill-maris-founder-of-google-ventures/
- Published: 2017-06-22T16:50:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-10-11T22:18:25.000Z
- Author: Kevin Rose
- Tags: Podcast, #Migrated-1791755965841, #Import 2026-10-11 21:59

Bill is the founder and first CEO of Google Ventures (GV). With $3.0 billion under management and investments in Uber and Nest, GV was described as one of the hottest venture funds in Silicon Valley under his leadership. Maris oversaw the growth of the team from 1 to 70+, across 7 offices, 2 continents, and 400 investments.