Venture Capital Veteran Ron Conway Exits Salesforce Foundation Following CEO’s Political Remarks
Longtime tech investor Ron Conway has stepped down from the Salesforce Foundation board following CEO Marc Benioff’s political statements. The resignation ends a decade-long tenure and a 25-year friendship between the two Silicon Valley figures. Sources indicate the departure stems from ideological differences regarding recent political commentary.
Prominent Investor Departs Philanthropic Board
Venture capital pioneer Ron Conway, founder of SV Angel known for early investments in major tech companies, has resigned from his position on the Salesforce Foundation board, according to reports from The New York Times. The resignation comes shortly after Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff expressed support for President Trump and suggested National Guard troops should patrol San Francisco streets, sources indicate.