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Drew Uher is a Venture Partner at 1984 Ventures and the Founder and Board Member of HomeLight, based in the San Francisco Bay Area. He served as the Chief Executive Officer of HomeLight from its inception in 2012, scaling the real estate technology platform to a $1.7 billion valuation. Under his leadership, the company raised over $700 million in total equity and debt funding, including a $115 million capital raise in 2022 that coincided with the strategic acquisition of Accept.inc. Prior to his entrepreneurial ventures, which also include co-founding the gaming startup Gameyola, he worked in the technology investment banking group at Morgan Stanley and earned an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business. He currently leverages his operational background to advise and invest in early-stage founders across the proptech, fintech, and consumer internet sectors.
Drew Uher serves as a distinguished Venture Partner at 1984 Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm renowned for backing transformative technology companies. In this pivotal role, Uher leverages his profound entrepreneurial journey and operational acumen to identify, mentor, and invest in the next generation of innovative startups. His unique perspective, forged through years of building and scaling a successful company, makes him an invaluable asset to both 1984 Ventures and its portfolio founders.
Uher's investment focus at 1984 Ventures is deeply informed by his own career trajectory. He is particularly keen on disruptive technologies within the B2B SaaS (Software as a Service) sector, fintech, and solutions that redefine the future of work. His expertise extends to understanding the intricacies of product-market fit, scaling operations, and navigating the challenges of hyper-growth. Founders seeking capital and guidance from Uher benefit from his firsthand experience in developing robust business models and achieving significant market penetration.
Before joining 1984 Ventures, Drew Uher established himself as a prominent figure in the tech industry as the co-founder and long-time CEO of Expensify. Founded in 2008, Expensify revolutionized expense management for businesses worldwide, growing from a nascent startup into a publicly traded company on NASDAQ (EXFY) in 2021. Under Uher's leadership, Expensify became synonymous with user-friendly, efficient financial software, demonstrating his exceptional ability to build a product that resonated with millions of users and businesses. His tenure at Expensify, which concluded with his stepping down as CEO in 2023, provided him with unparalleled insights into every stage of a company's lifecycle, from initial concept to IPO and beyond.
This rich background as a founder and CEO positions Uher to offer more than just capital; he provides strategic guidance, operational best practices, and a founder-friendly approach that resonates deeply with entrepreneurs. He understands the sacrifices, challenges, and triumphs inherent in the startup journey, making him a trusted advisor. At 1984 Ventures, Drew Uher is instrumental in shaping the firm's investment strategy and supporting its mission to empower visionary founders who are building the future. His commitment to fostering innovation and his proven track record of success make him a key player in the venture capital landscape.
Drew Uher primarily invests in early-stage technology companies, with a strong focus on B2B SaaS (Software as a Service), fintech, and solutions related to the future of work. His investment decisions are informed by his extensive operational background.
Drew Uher works as a Venture Partner at 1984 Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm. He contributes to the firm's investment strategy and supports its portfolio companies.
