Steve Hoffman
About Steve Hoffman
Steve Hoffman is an experienced legal professional and startup judge, currently serving as the Operations Co-Chair at VLAB and as a Startup Judge for the Cleantech Open. He has a strong background in corporate law, intellectual property, and governance, with extensive experience in both startups and large corporations.
Work at Cleantech Open
Steve Hoffman has served as a Startup Judge for the Global Finals at Cleantech Open since 2009. His role involves evaluating innovative startups in the cleantech sector, providing insights and guidance to emerging companies. This position highlights his commitment to fostering entrepreneurship and supporting sustainable technology initiatives.
Current Role at VLAB
Since 2009, Steve Hoffman has been an Operations Co-Chair on the Executive Committee at VLAB, based in the San Francisco Bay Area. In this capacity, he contributes to the organization’s mission of connecting entrepreneurs with investors and industry leaders, facilitating networking opportunities and resources for startups.
Legal Experience and Expertise
Steve Hoffman has extensive legal experience, having served as General Counsel at MedCision from 2017 to 2018. He currently holds the position of Corporate Counsel at 10K Law PC since 2008. His legal practice includes managing intellectual property applications and guiding corporate governance, mergers, and acquisitions for various organizations.
Education and Qualifications
Steve Hoffman earned his Doctor of Law (JD) from Georgetown University Law Center, completing his studies from 2005 to 2008. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Political Science from Northwestern University, where he studied from 2003 to 2005. Additionally, he is certified in CIPP/US, MCP, PMP, and SPHR.
Judging and Speaking Engagements
Steve Hoffman has served as a judge for various national and global startup accelerators, leveraging his expertise to evaluate and mentor emerging businesses. He is also a keynote speaker for companies and an instructor at universities, sharing his knowledge and experience in law and entrepreneurship.