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Eric Lee is a Senior Associate at Cota Capital, a growth equity firm. He specializes in identifying, evaluating, and supporting investments in high-growth technology companies across various sectors.
Eric Lee focuses on investments in technology sectors such as enterprise software, artificial intelligence, machine learning, fintech, and healthcare technology. He seeks companies with strong growth potential and innovative solutions.
Eric Lee works at Cota Capital, a leading growth equity firm that invests in technology companies.
Eric Lee serves as a Senior Associate at Cota Capital, a distinguished growth equity firm renowned for its strategic investments in technology companies poised for significant expansion. In this pivotal role, Mr. Lee is instrumental across the entire investment lifecycle, from initial market research and deal sourcing to comprehensive due diligence and ongoing portfolio support. His sharp analytical acumen and deep understanding of evolving market dynamics are crucial in identifying high-potential companies that align seamlessly with Cota Capital's forward-thinking investment thesis.
Mr. Lee's investment focus areas typically span across critical technology sectors, including enterprise software, artificial intelligence and machine learning, fintech, and healthcare technology. He possesses a particular interest in disruptive business models and scalable solutions that effectively address pressing market needs and demonstrate clear competitive advantages. Eric actively seeks out companies exhibiting strong product-market fit, robust revenue growth trajectories, and visionary leadership teams, aiming to support their journey from the growth stage to established market leadership. His expertise helps Cota Capital identify the next generation of industry leaders.
Before joining Cota Capital, Eric Lee built a strong foundation in both finance and technology. He honed his analytical and strategic skills through prior experience in investment banking, where he gained extensive hands-on experience in financial modeling, in-depth market analysis, and strategic planning for various enterprises. This comprehensive background equipped him with a nuanced understanding of complex business operations and the competitive landscape, making him exceptionally adept at evaluating intricate investment scenarios. His transition into venture capital was fueled by a profound passion for innovation and a strong desire to contribute directly to the growth and success of groundbreaking technology companies that are shaping the future.
As a Senior Associate, Eric Lee plays a key supporting role in Cota Capital's investment decisions and the strategic management of its diverse portfolio. While specific deal leads are typically attributed to partners, Mr. Lee is deeply involved in the rigorous due diligence process for many of the firm's significant investments. He contributes substantially to the meticulous research and analytical frameworks that underpin Cota Capital's successful partnerships with companies across vital sectors such as enterprise SaaS, cybersecurity, digital health, and supply chain technology. His dedicated work helps ensure that Cota Capital continues to build and nurture an impactful portfolio of leading technology innovators, driving value for both the firm and its portfolio companies.
Eric Lee is a San Francisco-based investment professional who most recently served as a Principal at Cota Capital until December 2025. Joining the firm as a Senior Associate in 2019, he sourced, evaluated, and monitored public and private enterprise technology investments for a fund backing over 100 companies. Prior to this role, he worked as an Analyst at Partner Fund Management and as a Summer Analyst at the hedge fund Whale Rock Capital. His earlier career includes serving as an Associate covering the technology sector at Capital Group until 2014 and working as an Investment Banking Analyst at Goldman Sachs until 2012. He holds an MBA from The Wharton School and a BS in Industrial and Systems Engineering from the University of Southern California, reflecting a career focused entirely on enterprise technology investments.
