Joshua Lu

Joshua Lu is a seasoned product leader and investor with over a decade of experience in the gaming industry, having held key roles at major companies like Zynga, Blizzard Entertainment, and Meta. He has a proven track record in mobile game growth, monetization, and product strategy, evidenced by his work on titles such as Words With Friends and Diablo Immortal. His expertise spans launching new products, scaling user acquisition, and optimizing core game loops for engagement and retention. a16z+2

Currently, as a GM for a16z speedrun and Partner for a16z Games at Andreessen Horowitz, Joshua focuses on early-stage investments in gaming and the intersection of games with social applications, AI, and new distribution platforms like Discord. He is actively involved in identifying and funding innovative gaming startups, demonstrating a forward-looking perspective on the future of interactive entertainment. a16z+3

Lu is a strong advocate for intellectual humility and continuous learning, particularly in product management. He believes in the importance of adaptability and the ability to discard outdated knowledge, even suggesting that fresh undergraduates can be excellent product managers due to their open-mindedness. He also emphasizes the value of community and networking for founders, and the importance of choosing wisely what to measure in a startup. mobileuseracquisitionshow+1