Reze Wong is a venture capital investor at Social Capital who previously served as a partner leading all external affairs for the firm rather than traditional deal-making, an uncommon role in venture investing. He brings nearly a decade of strategic communications experience from Sard Verbinnen & Co working on major tech transactions like Alibaba and Tesla, and actively writes thought leadership for prominent investors while building civic information platforms like Empower Oakland, a voter-education newsletter with over 12,000 subscribers.

• Focuses heavily on the intersection of sports and business strategy, frequently drawing parallels between athletic organizations and corporate management. He analyzes the financial implications of major player contracts and roster moves, such as comparing the recruitment of AI talent to college sports transfer portals and NIL deals.
• Deeply engaged with Bay Area civic issues and local economic policy, particularly regarding Oakland. He writes detailed critiques of fiscal management in city government, specifically dissecting the sale of the Oakland Coliseum and arguing against selling revenue-generating assets to cover short-term operating deficits.
• Observes competitive dynamics and aggressive marketing tactics within the enterprise tech sector. He appreciates bold corporate strategy, pointing out the intensity of Databricks and Snowflake holding user conferences at the same venue a week apart while targeting each other with billboard advertisements.
• Maintains a strong enthusiasm for the NBA with a specific affinity for the Sacramento Kings and their roster management. He tracks player trades closely and jokes about historical management errors, such as the franchise drafting Marvin Bagley over other star players, offering a casual entry point for conversation.