Lacob Family

The Lacob Family, primarily represented by Joe Lacob, is involved in professional sports ownership, venture capital investing, and philanthropic initiatives, with principal activities centered in Atherton, California. Joe Lacob, as principal owner, led the acquisition of the Golden State Warriors for $450 million in 2010. Through his role as a partner at Kleiner Perkins, he has personally invested in over 50 life science and medical technology companies. Philanthropic efforts, often involving his spouse Nicole Curran and late spouse Laurie Kraus Lacob, include significant contributions to education and healthcare, notably supporting the Lacob Family Sports Medicine and Human Performance Center at Stanford. While not a formal organization with a specific founding date, the family's prominent public and business engagements largely commenced with Joe Lacob's career in the late 20th century.