Sir Michael Moritz

About the Author

Sir Michael Moritz is a distinguished British-American venture capitalist, philanthropist, and author whose literary contributions blend personal memoir with insightful reflections on culture and achievement. Born in Cardiff, Wales, in 1954, Moritz rose to prominence as a partner at Sequoia Capital, where he backed transformative companies like Google, PayPal, and Yahoo, amassing a fortune that fueled his extensive philanthropy through the Crankstart Foundation, supporting education and social causes worldwide. His writing, often drawing from his own experiences, captures the essence of perseverance and innovation. In 'Games of My Life,' Moritz recounts his journey from a Welsh schoolboy to a global business leader, interweaving tales of sports, ambition, and the games that shaped his worldview, offering readers a compelling narrative on the intersections of play and professional success.