Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) operates one of the most prominent and well-documented venture capital scout programs in the industry. The a16z Scout Fund is a dedicated vehicle through which the firm deploys capital via its scout network, with scouts typically writing checks of $10,000 to $25,000 per deal and doing up to eight deals per year.

The scout program recruits individuals who are already active angel investors and want to increase their involvement in venture capital. The ideal scout profile is "someone who is already angel investing and wants to do more/get more involved" and who already meets interesting founders in their day-to-day activities. This makes the program more of an amplifier for existing dealmakers than a training ground for newcomers.

a16z has been significantly expanding its scout presence internationally. As of mid-2025, the firm has at least 21 venture scouts operating across Europe, representing one of the largest structured scout deployments by a U.S.-based fund in the region. This European expansion aligns with a16z's broader strategy of establishing global presence through its London and other international offices.

The a16z Scout Program aims to amplify the efforts of active angel investors by providing them with a structured platform to deploy capital. It focuses on individuals who are already engaged in angel investing and have established networks within technology ecosystems. This approach allows a16z to leverage existing dealmakers to identify and invest in promising startups at the seed stage.