Benchmark has announced that Jack Altman is joining the firm as its newest General Partner, a move that underscores both Altman’s rising influence in venture capital and Benchmark’s ongoing focus on deepening its leadership ranks.
In a post on X, Benchmark said it was “thrilled to share that @jaltma is joining Benchmark as our newest General Partner,” highlighting a shared commitment to craft, founder support, and long-term partnership with entrepreneurs.
Altman — who founded and led his own venture firm, Alt Capital, after a successful career as an operator and investor — confirmed the news in his own X post, saying he was “really excited to share that I’m joining Benchmark.”
In his message, Altman described his two years as a full-time investor as “the most rewarding of my career,” emphasizing his passion for new ideas, collaboration with mission-driven teams, and the joy of supporting founders through challenges and growth.
Altman also spoke highly of Benchmark’s existing partners, citing admiration for their depth of insight and approach to investment. He expressed enthusiasm about joining a team he respects and looks forward to continuing to support the companies he has backed.
Altman is expected to retain his board seats with the portfolio companies he backed at Alt Capital and will bring his investment team with him to Benchmark — a notable step given the firm’s traditionally lean general-partner structure.
This appointment marks a significant addition to Benchmark’s partnership, bringing in a seasoned operator-turned-investor with a track record of working closely with early-stage founders and navigating the rapid evolution of technology markets.
