Justin Lee currently serves as an investor at Coinbase Ventures, where he allocates Coinbase's balance sheet to early-stage companies. A deep-rooted interest in finance and technology marks his journey to this role.

 

Justin's fascination with economic dynamics, cultivated during his formative years spent exploring the internet and playing games, laid the groundwork for his future endeavors. This passion led him to pursue a business major at UC Berkeley Haas, where he honed his skills and knowledge in the field.

 

Upon graduating, Justin began his professional career as an investment banker at Merrill Lynch in 2013. During this time, he first encountered Bitcoin, a pivotal moment that sparked his interest in the burgeoning world of cryptocurrency and decentralized finance.

 

Driven by his enthusiasm for this evolving landscape, Justin took a bold leap in 2018, relocating to Bangkok to work at a crypto exchange. Immersing himself fully in the industry, he gained invaluable experience and insights into the workings of the crypto market.

 

In 2020, amid the global upheaval caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Justin returned to the United States and joined Coinbase, initially contributing to their mergers and acquisitions team. Over the subsequent years, he played a pivotal role in the acquisition of two companies for Coinbase.

 

In 2022, Justin transitioned to the Coinbase Ventures team, where he continues to leverage his expertise and passion for early-stage investments.