Cathy Farmer
About Cathy Farmer
Cathy Farmer is a founding member and limited partner at JC/VC, with extensive experience in autism research and venture capital. She co-founded Autism Angels Group and serves on various boards, contributing to initiatives that support individuals with autism and their families.
Work at The Fourth Effect
Cathy Farmer serves as a Founding Member at The Fourth Effect, a role she has held since 2020. The Fourth Effect focuses on fostering innovation and collaboration within the startup ecosystem. Farmer's involvement contributes to the organization's mission of supporting early-stage ventures and enhancing entrepreneurial growth.
Education and Expertise
Cathy Farmer has a diverse educational background. She studied Computer Science and Math at UMass Boston, earning a BA from 1984 to 1986. She also attended DePauw University for two years, focusing on Liberal Arts. Additionally, she studied at the University of California, Berkeley, where she completed the Venture Capital Executive Program and received a Blockchain Unlocked Academy Certificate in 2018.
Background
Cathy Farmer has extensive experience in the field of autism research and advocacy. She has been a Consumer Reviewer for the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP) Autism Research Program since 2019. Farmer is also a board member for the Organization for Autism Research, where she participates in strategic decision-making and advocacy efforts.
Achievements
Cathy Farmer co-founded Autism Angels Group in 2020, which focuses on initiatives that support individuals with autism and their families. She actively participates in the Berkeley Angel Network as an Angel Investor, providing mentorship and investment to early-stage startups. Additionally, she serves as an Adjunct Instructor and Industry Mentor for the National Science Foundation's iCorps program, guiding teams in commercializing scientific discoveries.
Current Roles and Involvement
Cathy Farmer holds multiple roles across various organizations. She is a Limited Partner at JC/VC since 2021, an Advisor at Lybbie since 2021, and a General Member Board at the Institute for Exceptional Care since 2022. She also regularly attends events aimed at supporting underrepresented founders and has signed on as a board member for an AI/ML/Data Science startup.