Lisa Harris

Lisa Harris is a Partner and Chief Financial Officer at Venrock, a leading venture capital firm based in Palo Alto, California. In her current role, she oversees firm-wide finance and accounting operations, financial reporting for investment funds, investor relations, capital raising, and ensures regulatory compliance. Her responsibilities also include working closely with legal teams and managing operational aspects of fundraising and portfolio management.

Lisa specializes in the financial and operational management of venture capital investments, with direct experience in the technology and healthcare sectors—the primary asset classes Venrock targets. She also provides strategic guidance and financial oversight to portfolio companies, drawing on her deep expertise in private equity, financial forecasting, and corporate finance. Lisa is actively engaged in industry associations and plays a significant leadership role in the venture capital finance community.

Previously, Lisa was CFO at DCM, where she managed global finance operations and advised portfolio management teams. Her early career included roles at Sierra Ventures and KPMG, working across financial, real estate, and technology sectors. Lisa holds a Chartered Accountant (CA) designation from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of British Columbia and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Victoria, blending analytical and leadership skills to drive operational excellence.