Jason Heltzer
Venture Capital Managing Partner, Adjunct Professor, and former Software Engineer
Chicago, Illinois
Joined August 2025
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Summary
Jason Heltzer is a seasoned venture capitalist with over two decades of experience, currently serving as a Managing Partner at Origin Ventures. He specializes in early-stage investments (Seed to Series A) in technology and scalable services businesses, demonstrating a keen eye for successful ventures like Grubhub and Tock. originventures+4
Beyond his investment career, Jason is a dedicated educator, holding an Adjunct Professorship of Entrepreneurship at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business since 2011. He teaches the Private Equity and Venture Capital Lab, sharing his practical experience with aspiring entrepreneurs and investors. chicagobooth+2
With a strong technical foundation, Jason began his career as a software engineer and architect at Deloitte Consulting, and later led engineering teams at a startup. This background in computer science provides him with a unique perspective in evaluating technology-driven companies. originventures+2
He is an active board member or observer for several companies, including Tovala, Vivrelle, Prisidio, BlackCart, and ControlRooms.ai, reflecting his ongoing engagement and influence in the startup ecosystem. chicagobooth+1
Work
Education
Writing
My Quest to See Every Best Picture Movie
March 1, 2019A personal essay detailing his interest and journey in watching every Best Picture movie.
Travel Guide: Glacier National Park
January 1, 2019A personal travel guide offering tips and insights for visiting Glacier National Park, including planning, what to pack, and important considerations.
Why I Joined Origin Ventures
September 1, 2014An article reflecting on his decision to leave OCA Ventures and join Origin Ventures, highlighting the culture and investment philosophy of Origin.
Hobbies
Jason is deeply interested in movies, having watched every Best Picture film from 1927 to the present, alongside hundreds of documentaries. originventures+3
He has a lifelong passion for video games, which motivated him to learn coding at age 13. originventures+2
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