Laurence
C. Morse

‘We founded Fairview to bridge the gap between institutional sources of capital and exceptionally capable investment professionals who could deploy those resources profitably in environments that support a broad spectrum of entrepreneurs. To spark true change, we create opportunities for as many gifted people as we possibly can. One can't ignore any repositories of talent if we’re going to build the kind of society that we all say we want. We don't care about your packaging or what you look like. We’re looking for the quality of your mind and character and the impact you ignite with those tools. That’s what matters for the future. Already, the next generation of Fairview leaders is building on this strong foundation, standing on our shoulders with the ability to see farther and higher.’

Dr. Morse is Co-founder of Fairview. Prior to co-founding Fairview, Dr. Morse held positions with TSG Ventures, Equico Capital Corporation and UNC Ventures. Dr. Morse serves on a number of advisory boards of venture capital partnerships including U.S. Venture Partners (USVP), Battery Ventures, Sierra Ventures and Trinity Ventures. He is a member of the board of directors of Webster Financial Corporation (NYSE: WBS),  and a member of the board of trustees of Harris Associates Investment Trust (The Oakmark Mutual Funds). He is currently Chairman of the board of trustees of Howard University, a former member of the board of directors of the Princeton University Investment Company, and a former member of the board of trustees of Princeton University.

Dr. Morse graduated summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa from Howard University, having spent his junior year at The London School of Economics and Political Science as a Luard Scholar. He earned M.A. and Ph.D. degrees from Princeton University and has been a postdoctoral fellow at Harvard University.