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{{Infobox person
| name         = Gideon Yu
| name = Gideon Yu
| birth_name   = Gideon Lee Yu
| birth_name = Gideon Lee Yu
| birth_date   = {{Birth date and age|1971|5|14}}
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1971|5|14}}
| birth_place = [[Seoul]], [[South Korea]]
| birth_place = [[Seoul]], [[South Korea]]
| nationality = American
| nationality = American
| occupation   = Technology executive, investor, sports executive
| occupation = Technology executive, investor, sports executive
| known_for   = Former CFO of [[Facebook]] and [[YouTube]]; co-owner and former president of the [[San Francisco 49ers]]
| known_for = Former CFO of [[Facebook]] and [[YouTube]]; co-owner of the [[San Francisco 49ers]]
| education   = [[Stanford University]] (BS)<br/>[[Harvard Business School]] (MBA)
| education = [[Harvard Business School]] (MBA)
| spouse       = Susie Yu
| spouse = Susie Yu
| children     = 2
| children = 2
| awards       = ''Treasury & Risk Management'' 40 Under 40
| awards = ''Treasury & Risk Management'' 40 Under 40
}}
}}


'''Gideon Lee Yu''' (born May 14, 1971) is an American technology, media, and sports investor, executive, and advisor. Born in [[Seoul]], [[South Korea]], Yu rose to prominence in Silicon Valley through a series of high-profile finance and executive roles at some of the most consequential technology companies of the early 21st century. He served as the [[chief financial officer]] of both [[YouTube]] and [[Facebook]] during formative periods in each company's history, and earlier held the position of senior vice president and treasurer of [[Yahoo!]]. Beyond the technology sector, Yu became a significant figure in American professional sports when he joined the ownership group of the [[San Francisco 49ers]] of the [[National Football League]]. In 2012, he was named president of the 49ers, becoming the first president of color in the history of the NFL.<ref name="sfs">{{cite web |title=Gideon Yu |url=https://www.societyforscience.org/people/gideon-yu/ |publisher=Society for Science |date=December 16, 2019 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Yu has also been active as a venture capital investor, most notably through Series X Capital, a fund focused on companies spun out of [[Alphabet Inc.]]'s X moonshot factory.<ref name="bloomberg">{{cite news |date=May 23, 2025 |title=Google-Linked VC Fund Series X Aims to Raise Over $500 Million |url=https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-05-24/google-linked-vc-fund-series-x-aims-to-raise-over-500-million |work=Bloomberg.com |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> His career has spanned corporate finance, technology entrepreneurship, philanthropy, and sports management.
'''Gideon Lee Yu''' (born May 14, 1971) is an American technology, media, and sports executive, investor, and advisor. Born in [[Seoul]], [[South Korea]], Yu rose to prominence in [[Silicon Valley]] through a series of high-profile roles at some of the most consequential technology companies of the early 21st century, serving as the [[chief financial officer]] of both [[YouTube]] and [[Facebook]] as well as the senior vice president and treasurer of [[Yahoo!]]. In 2011, Yu transitioned from the technology sector to professional sports when he was hired by the [[San Francisco 49ers]] of the [[National Football League]] (NFL), eventually becoming the team's president—a role in which he became the first president of color in NFL history.<ref name="sfs">{{cite web |title=Gideon Yu |url=https://www.societyforscience.org/people/gideon-yu/ |publisher=Society for Science |date=December 16, 2019 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> He later became a co-owner of the franchise. Beyond football, Yu has been active in venture capital investing, most notably as the head of Series X Capital, a venture fund associated with [[Alphabet Inc.]]'s X lab that has raised hundreds of millions of dollars to invest in companies spun out of the incubator.<ref name="bloomberg">{{cite news |last= |first= |date=May 23, 2025 |title=Google-Linked VC Fund Series X Aims to Raise Over $500 Million |url=https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-05-24/google-linked-vc-fund-series-x-aims-to-raise-over-500-million |work=Bloomberg.com |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Yu has also served on the boards of several nonprofit and corporate organizations, including the [[PGA of America]] Board of Directors.<ref name="pga">{{cite web |title=San Francisco 49ers Co-Owner Gideon Yu Joins PGA of America Board of Directors as Independent Director |url=https://www.pga.com/story/san-francisco-49ers-co-owner-gideon-yu-joins-pga-of-america-board-of-directors |publisher=PGA of America |date=November 4, 2022 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Early Life ==
== Early Life ==


Gideon Lee Yu was born on May 14, 1971, in [[Seoul]], [[South Korea]]. He later moved to the United States, where he grew up and attended the [[University School of Nashville]] in [[Nashville, Tennessee]].<ref name="sfs_convo">{{cite web |title=Conversations with Maya: Gideon Yu |url=https://www.societyforscience.org/blog/conversations-with-maya-gideon-yu/ |publisher=Society for Science |date=March 27, 2018 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Details of his early childhood and family background prior to his education in the United States are not extensively documented in public sources. Yu's trajectory from South Korea to the American South and eventually to Silicon Valley reflects a path common among Korean American professionals who came of age during the technology boom of the 1990s.
Gideon Lee Yu was born on May 14, 1971, in [[Seoul]], [[South Korea]]. He later moved to the United States, where he grew up in [[Nashville, Tennessee]], and attended the [[University School of Nashville]].<ref name="sfs" /> Yu went on to attend [[Stanford University]], where he earned a [[Bachelor of Science]] degree. He later attended [[Harvard Business School]], where he received his [[Master of Business Administration]] (MBA).<ref name="sfs" />
 
Yu has spoken publicly about the influence of education in his life and has contributed to educational philanthropy. He and his wife, Susie Yu, have funded scholarships at Stanford University to support students.<ref name="stanford">{{cite web |title=Yu Scholarships |url=http://giving.stanford.edu/stanford-benefactor/stories/yu-scholarships |publisher=Stanford University |date= |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Education ==
== Education ==


Yu attended the [[University School of Nashville]], a private college preparatory school in Nashville, Tennessee. He went on to earn a [[Bachelor of Science]] degree from [[Stanford University]], one of the leading universities in the heart of Silicon Valley.<ref name="sfs" /> Yu subsequently attended [[Harvard Business School]], where he earned a [[Master of Business Administration]] (MBA).<ref name="sfs" /> His educational background at two of the most prestigious institutions in the United States provided a strong foundation for his later career in corporate finance and technology management. Yu has maintained ties with Stanford as an alumnus and benefactor, establishing scholarships at the university.<ref>{{cite web |title=Yu Scholarships |url=http://giving.stanford.edu/stanford-benefactor/stories/yu-scholarships |publisher=Stanford University |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Yu attended the [[University School of Nashville]] in Nashville, Tennessee, before enrolling at [[Stanford University]], where he completed his undergraduate studies with a Bachelor of Science degree. He subsequently pursued graduate education at [[Harvard Business School]], earning an MBA.<ref name="sfs" /> His educational background in both technology and business would prove foundational to his later career spanning finance, technology, and sports management.


== Career ==
== Career ==
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=== Yahoo! ===
=== Yahoo! ===


Yu's career in the technology industry began at [[Yahoo!]], where he rose to the position of senior vice president and treasurer. In that role, he was responsible for significant aspects of Yahoo's corporate finance operations during a period when the company was one of the dominant players in the internet industry.<ref>{{cite web |title=Yahoo! Proxy Statement |url=http://www.shareholder.com/visitors/dynamicdoc/document.cfm?CompanyID=YHOO&documentID=1183&PIN=&resizeThree=no&Scale=100&Keyword=Type%20Keywords%20Here&Page=116 |publisher=Yahoo! Inc. |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> His tenure at Yahoo established him as one of the more prominent finance executives in Silicon Valley. In 2003, Yu was recognized by ''Treasury & Risk Management'' magazine as part of its "40 Under 40" list, highlighting his standing among the top young finance professionals in the country.<ref>{{cite web |title=40 Under 40 |url=http://www.treasuryandrisk.com/Issues/2003/November%202003/Pages/40-Under-40.aspx |publisher=Treasury & Risk Management |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Yu held the position of senior vice president and treasurer at [[Yahoo!]], one of the dominant internet companies of the early 2000s.<ref name="sfs" /><ref name="thestreet">{{cite news |last= |first= |date= |title=YouTube Hires Yahoo Treasurer |url=http://www.thestreet.com/story/10307019/1/youtube-hires-yahoo-treasurer.html |work=TheStreet |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> In this role, Yu was responsible for overseeing the company's financial strategy and treasury operations during a period of significant growth for the internet sector. His tenure at Yahoo! placed him at the center of Silicon Valley's financial landscape and established his reputation as a leading technology finance executive. During this period, Yu was recognized by ''Treasury & Risk Management'' magazine as one of its "40 Under 40" honorees, reflecting his standing in the corporate finance community.<ref name="treasury">{{cite web |title=40 Under 40 |url=http://www.treasuryandrisk.com/Issues/2003/November%202003/Pages/40-Under-40.aspx |publisher=Treasury & Risk Management |date=November 2003 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


=== YouTube ===
=== YouTube ===


In 2006, Yu left Yahoo to join [[YouTube]] as its chief financial officer, a move that drew attention in the technology press.<ref>{{cite news |title=YouTube Hires Yahoo Treasurer |url=http://www.thestreet.com/story/10307019/1/youtube-hires-yahoo-treasurer.html |work=TheStreet |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> At the time, YouTube was a fast-growing but unprofitable startup that had become the dominant online video platform. Yu's hiring signaled the company's ambitions to professionalize its financial operations and prepare for significant strategic developments.
In 2006, Yu left Yahoo! to join [[YouTube]] as its chief financial officer.<ref name="thestreet" /> At the time, YouTube was a rapidly growing but still privately held video-sharing platform. Yu's hire was noted in technology and financial media as a significant move, given his senior position at Yahoo!.<ref name="wsj">{{cite news |last= |first= |date= |title= |url=https://www.wsj.com/articles/SB118531562451376785 |work=The Wall Street Journal |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


Yu's tenure at YouTube coincided with one of the most consequential acquisitions in technology history. In October 2006, [[Google]] acquired YouTube for approximately $1.65 billion in stock, a deal that was widely covered in the technology and financial press. Yu played a key role in the company's financial operations during this transformative period. According to accounts of the acquisition process, the deal nearly encountered an unexpected obstacle when a police officer pulled over YouTube co-founder [[Chad Hurley]] for a traffic violation while Hurley was on his way to finalize aspects of the transaction.<ref>{{cite web |title=How a Cop Almost Kiboshed the Google-YouTube Deal |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090615035405/http://valleywag.gawker.com/304104/how-a-cop-almost-kiboshed-the-google+youtube-deal |publisher=Valleywag (via Web Archive) |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> The Google-YouTube acquisition cemented Yu's reputation as a finance executive who had been at the center of a landmark transaction.
Yu's tenure at YouTube coincided with one of the most significant acquisitions in technology history: [[Google]]'s purchase of YouTube for approximately $1.65 billion in October 2006. Yu played a central role in the financial aspects of the deal. According to reporting by Valleywag, a notable anecdote from the acquisition involved a police encounter that nearly disrupted the deal's closing process.<ref name="valleywag">{{cite web |title=How a Cop Almost Kiboshed the Google-YouTube Deal |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090615035405/http://valleywag.gawker.com/304104/how-a-cop-almost-kiboshed-the-google+youtube-deal |publisher=Valleywag (via Wayback Machine) |date= |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> The acquisition by Google transformed YouTube from a startup into one of the world's largest media platforms, and Yu's role as CFO during this pivotal period cemented his status as a leading financial executive in the technology industry.


=== Facebook ===
=== Facebook ===


Following the Google acquisition of YouTube, Yu moved on to another role that would further raise his profile. In 2007, he was hired as the [[chief financial officer]] of [[Facebook]], at a time when the social networking company was still a privately held startup experiencing rapid growth. His appointment was reported by major outlets including ''[[The Wall Street Journal]]'' and ''[[The New York Times]]''.<ref>{{cite news |title=Facebook Hires a New Finance Chief |url=https://www.wsj.com/articles/SB118531562451376785 |work=The Wall Street Journal |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=Facebook's New Finance Chief |url=https://www.nytimes.com/2007/10/25/technology/24cnd-facebook.html |work=The New York Times |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
In 2007, Yu was recruited to serve as the chief financial officer of [[Facebook]], which at the time was a fast-growing but still privately held social networking company. His appointment was reported by ''[[The New York Times]]'' and other major outlets as part of Facebook's broader effort to build out its executive team ahead of anticipated rapid expansion.<ref name="nyt-fb">{{cite news |last= |first= |date=October 25, 2007 |title= |url=https://www.nytimes.com/2007/10/25/technology/24cnd-facebook.html |work=The New York Times |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Technology publication VentureBeat characterized Yu's career trajectory at the time as a "wild ride" through Silicon Valley's most prominent companies.<ref name="venturebeat">{{cite news |last= |first= |date=April 23, 2007 |title=Roundup: Yu's Wild Ride, StumbleUpon, Dot-Bomb Travails, and More |url=https://venturebeat.com/2007/04/23/roundup-yus-wild-ride-stumbleupon-dot-bomb-travails-and-more/ |work=VentureBeat |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


As CFO of Facebook, Yu oversaw the company's financial strategy during a period of significant fundraising and valuation growth. His time at Facebook placed him at the nexus of what ''[[Forbes]]'' later described as the "Facebook Keiretsu" — a network of executives, investors, and advisors whose careers intersected through the social media giant and who went on to play influential roles across Silicon Valley.<ref>{{cite web |last=Chiang |first=Oliver |title=Names You Need to Know in 2011: The Facebook Keiretsu |url=https://blogs.forbes.com/oliverchiang/2010/11/20/names-you-need-to-know-in-2011-the-facebook-keiretsu/ |publisher=Forbes |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Yu departed Facebook in 2009.<ref>{{cite news |title=Yu departs Facebook |url=https://www.reuters.com/article/technologyNews/idUSN2731908420080328 |work=Reuters |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
As CFO of Facebook, Yu oversaw the company's financial operations during a critical phase of growth. He was involved in navigating the company through fundraising rounds and the development of its business model during the period before its eventual [[initial public offering]]. ''[[Reuters]]'' reported on Facebook's financial dealings during Yu's tenure, noting the company's increasing valuation and the strategic decisions being made by its leadership team.<ref name="reuters">{{cite news |last= |first= |date=March 28, 2008 |title= |url=https://www.reuters.com/article/technologyNews/idUSN2731908420080328 |work=Reuters |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


The combination of serving as CFO at both YouTube and Facebook — two of the most transformative internet companies of the 2000s — gave Yu a distinctive profile in Silicon Valley. ''[[Business Insider]]'' included him on its "Silicon Valley 100" list, recognizing his influence in the technology industry.<ref>{{cite web |title=The Silicon Valley 100 |url=http://www.businessinsider.com/the-silicon-valley-100-1-100-2012-1 |publisher=Business Insider |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Yu's consecutive roles as CFO at both YouTube and Facebook—two companies that would go on to become among the most valuable and influential technology platforms in the world—gave him a distinctive profile in Silicon Valley. ''[[Forbes]]'' identified Yu as part of the "Facebook Keiretsu," a network of executives and investors associated with the company who went on to wield significant influence across the technology industry.<ref name="forbes">{{cite news |last=Chiang |first=Oliver |date=November 20, 2010 |title=Names You Need to Know in 2011: The Facebook Keiretsu |url=https://blogs.forbes.com/oliverchiang/2010/11/20/names-you-need-to-know-in-2011-the-facebook-keiretsu/ |work=Forbes |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> ''[[Business Insider]]'' included Yu in its "Silicon Valley 100" list, a ranking of the most influential figures in the technology sector.<ref name="bi">{{cite web |title=The Silicon Valley 100 |url=http://www.businessinsider.com/the-silicon-valley-100-1-100-2012-1 |publisher=Business Insider |date=2012 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


=== Venture Capital and Investing ===
=== Venture Capital and Investing ===


Following his tenure as a technology executive, Yu transitioned into venture capital and investing. He became involved with a number of startups and investment ventures. Among other activities, Yu joined the board of directors of [[Square, Inc.|Square]] (now Block, Inc.), alongside notable venture capitalist [[Vinod Khosla]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Vinod Khosla Joins Square Board |url=http://www.ciol.com/News/Executive-Track/News-Reports/Vinod-Khosla-joins-Square-board/150926/0/ |publisher=CIOL |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=Khosla and Square |url=https://www.nytimes.com/2009/09/01/business/01khosla.html |work=The New York Times |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Following his executive roles at major technology companies, Yu became an active investor and venture capital figure. He was involved with [[Square, Inc.|Square]], the mobile payments company founded by [[Jack Dorsey]], where he served alongside notable board members including [[Vinod Khosla]].<ref name="ciol">{{cite web |title=Vinod Khosla Joins Square Board |url=http://www.ciol.com/News/Executive-Track/News-Reports/Vinod-Khosla-joins-Square-board/150926/0/ |publisher=CIOL |date= |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> ''The New York Times'' reported on Khosla's ventures and the broader ecosystem of Silicon Valley investors in which Yu operated.<ref name="nyt-khosla">{{cite news |last= |first= |date=September 1, 2009 |title= |url=https://www.nytimes.com/2009/09/01/business/01khosla.html |work=The New York Times |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


Yu's most significant venture capital undertaking emerged through his connection to Alphabet and its X moonshot factory (formerly Google X). He founded and leads '''Series X Capital''', a venture capital fund focused on investing in companies that have been spun out of [[Alphabet Inc.]]'s X Development lab. These spinouts include companies working on ambitious technology projects in areas such as autonomous vehicles, earth observation, and other frontier technologies.<ref name="bloomberg" /> In 2024, it was reported that Yu was raising approximately $500 million for Series X Capital to invest in Alphabet X spinouts such as [[Waymo]], 280 Earth, and others.<ref>{{cite web |title=New $500m fund to back Alphabet X spinouts |url=https://globalventuring.com/corporate/fundraising/new-fund-being-raised-to-back-alphabet-x-spinouts/ |publisher=Global Venturing |date=June 11, 2024 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> By May 2025, Bloomberg reported that Series X Capital expected to exceed its initial fundraising target of $500 million, reflecting strong investor interest in the fund's strategy of backing ambitious technology projects emerging from Alphabet's incubator.<ref name="bloomberg" /><ref>{{cite web |title=Series X Capital Raises Funds to Support Alphabet's X Lab Spin-O |url=https://www.gurufocus.com/news/2887235/series-x-capital-raises-funds-to-support-alphabets-x-lab-spinoffs?mobile=true |publisher=GuruFocus |date=May 23, 2025 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
In more recent years, Yu has led '''Series X Capital''', a venture capital fund with ties to [[Alphabet Inc.]]'s X lab (formerly known as [[Google X]]). The fund invests in companies that are spun out of X Development, the research and development facility known for pursuing ambitious "moonshot" technology projects. In 2024, reports indicated that Yu was raising $500 million for the fund to back companies emerging from the X lab, including ventures related to technologies such as those developed by [[Waymo]] and other X projects.<ref name="globalventuring">{{cite news |last= |first= |date=June 11, 2024 |title=New $500m fund to back Alphabet X spinouts |url=https://globalventuring.com/corporate/fundraising/new-fund-being-raised-to-back-alphabet-x-spinouts/ |work=Global Venturing |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


The fund's approach is closely tied to a broader trend at Alphabet, which has increasingly moved toward launching its moonshot projects as independent companies rather than keeping them as internal divisions. This strategy allows the spinouts to raise their own capital, develop independent governance structures, and move more quickly to market.<ref>{{cite news |title=Alphabet is increasingly launching 'moonshot' projects as independent companies -- here's why |url=https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/02/alphabet-is-increasingly-launching-moonshot-projects-as-independent-companies-heres-why/ |work=TechCrunch |date=November 2, 2025 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
By May 2025, ''[[Bloomberg News|Bloomberg]]'' reported that Series X Capital, described as run by "YouTube alum and former Facebook Chief Financial Officer Gideon Yu," expected to exceed its initial target of $500 million in fundraising.<ref name="bloomberg" /> The fund's strategy aligned with Alphabet's broader shift toward spinning out moonshot projects as independent companies rather than keeping them within the corporate structure, as reported by ''[[TechCrunch]]''.<ref name="techcrunch">{{cite news |last= |first= |date=November 2, 2025 |title=Alphabet is increasingly launching 'moonshot' projects as independent companies -- here's why |url=https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/02/alphabet-is-increasingly-launching-moonshot-projects-as-independent-companies-heres-why/ |work=TechCrunch |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> ''GuruFocus'' also reported on the fund's progress in supporting Alphabet X lab spinoffs.<ref name="gurufocus">{{cite news |last= |first= |date=May 23, 2025 |title=Series X Capital Raises Funds to Support Alphabet's X Lab Spin-O |url=https://www.gurufocus.com/news/2887235/series-x-capital-raises-funds-to-support-alphabets-x-lab-spinoffs?mobile=true |work=GuruFocus |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


=== San Francisco 49ers ===
=== San Francisco 49ers ===


In April 2011, the [[San Francisco 49ers]] hired Yu, marking his entry into professional sports management. The hire was noted by local sports media as an unusual move that brought a Silicon Valley technology executive into the front office of an NFL franchise.<ref>{{cite web |title=49ers hire former Facebook exec Gideon Yu — is there more to this? |url=http://blogs.mercurynews.com/kawakami/2011/04/26/49ers-hire-former-facebook-exec-gideon-yu-is-there-more-to-this/ |publisher=San Jose Mercury News |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
In April 2011, the [[San Francisco 49ers]] hired Yu, a move that represented a significant transition from the technology sector to professional sports management. The ''[[San Jose Mercury News]]'' reported on the hire, noting Yu's background as a former Facebook executive and speculating about the broader strategic implications of the appointment.<ref name="mercury">{{cite news |last=Kawakami |first=Tim |date=April 26, 2011 |title=49ers Hire Former Facebook Exec Gideon Yu—Is There More to This? |url=http://blogs.mercurynews.com/kawakami/2011/04/26/49ers-hire-former-facebook-exec-gideon-yu-is-there-more-to-this/ |work=San Jose Mercury News |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


In 2012, Yu was named president of the San Francisco 49ers, making him the first president of color in the history of the [[National Football League]].<ref name="sfs" /> This distinction was noted by multiple organizations and media outlets as a milestone in the league's history. As president, Yu was involved in the team's business operations during a period that included the construction and opening of [[Levi's Stadium]] in [[Santa Clara, California]], and the team's appearance in [[Super Bowl XLVII]] following the 2012 season.
Yu eventually rose to the position of president of the San Francisco 49ers. In 2012, when he assumed the presidency, Yu became the first president of color in the history of the National Football League, a distinction noted by multiple sources.<ref name="sfs" /> In a conversation with Maya Ajmera, President and CEO of the [[Society for Science]], Yu discussed his experiences as a sports executive and the intersection of technology and professional sports.<ref name="sfs-conversation">{{cite web |title=Conversations with Maya: Gideon Yu |url=https://www.societyforscience.org/blog/conversations-with-maya-gideon-yu/ |publisher=Society for Science |date=March 27, 2018 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


Yu eventually transitioned from the role of team president to co-owner of the 49ers, a position he continues to hold.<ref name="sfs" /> His ownership stake in the franchise connects his technology and finance background with the business of professional sports, an intersection that has become increasingly common in the NFL and other major sports leagues.
While Yu eventually stepped down from the role of team president, he remained involved with the franchise as a co-owner of the San Francisco 49ers.<ref name="sfs" /><ref name="pga" /> His dual identity as both a technology executive and sports team owner made him a distinctive figure in both the Silicon Valley and NFL communities.
 
=== PGA of America ===
 
In November 2022, Yu was sworn in as an Independent Director on the [[PGA of America]] Board of Directors at the organization's 106th Annual Meeting. His appointment brought his experience in technology, finance, and sports management to the governance of one of the largest sports organizations in the United States.<ref>{{cite web |title=San Francisco 49ers Co-Owner Gideon Yu Joins PGA of America Board of Directors as Independent Director |url=https://www.pga.com/story/san-francisco-49ers-co-owner-gideon-yu-joins-pga-of-america-board-of-directors |publisher=PGA of America |date=November 4, 2022 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Personal Life ==
== Personal Life ==


Gideon Yu is married to Susie Yu. The couple has two children, Jonathan and Emily.<ref name="sfs_convo" />
Yu is married to Susie Yu (Korean: 민혜정). The couple has two children, Jonathan and Emily.<ref name="sfs" />


Yu has been active in philanthropy and nonprofit governance. He has served on the board of directors of the [[UCSF Foundation]], supporting the [[University of California, San Francisco]]'s research and healthcare mission.<ref>{{cite web |title=UCSF Foundation Board of Directors |url=http://support.ucsf.edu/ucsf-foundation/board-directors |publisher=UCSF |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> He has also been involved with the [[Monterey Bay Aquarium]], serving in a leadership capacity with the organization.<ref>{{cite web |title=Our Mission and Leadership |url=https://www.montereybayaquarium.org/about/our-mission-and-leadership |publisher=Monterey Bay Aquarium |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Additionally, Yu has served on the boards of [[Tipping Point Community]], a Bay Area poverty-fighting organization,<ref>{{cite web |title=Tipping Point Community |url=http://www.tippingpoint.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=60&Itemid=58 |publisher=Tipping Point Community |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> and BUILD, an entrepreneurship-based education organization.<ref>{{cite web |title=Board of Directors and Local Advisory Boards |url=http://build.org/browse/board-of-directors-and-local-advisory-boards |publisher=BUILD |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Yu and his wife have been active philanthropists. They have funded scholarships at Stanford University, Yu's undergraduate alma mater, to support students attending the institution.<ref name="stanford" /> Yu has also been involved with several nonprofit organizations. He has served on the board of directors of the [[UCSF Foundation]], which supports the [[University of California, San Francisco]].<ref name="ucsf">{{cite web |title=Board of Directors |url=http://support.ucsf.edu/ucsf-foundation/board-directors |publisher=UCSF Foundation |date= |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> He has been associated with [[Tipping Point Community]], a San Francisco-based nonprofit focused on fighting poverty in the [[San Francisco Bay Area|Bay Area]].<ref name="tippingpoint">{{cite web |title=Tipping Point Community |url=http://www.tippingpoint.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=60&Itemid=58 |publisher=Tipping Point Community |date= |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Additionally, Yu has been listed as a board member of BUILD, an organization focused on youth entrepreneurship education.<ref name="build">{{cite web |title=Board of Directors and Local Advisory Boards |url=http://build.org/browse/board-of-directors-and-local-advisory-boards |publisher=BUILD |date= |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Yu has also been associated with the [[Monterey Bay Aquarium]], serving in a leadership capacity with the organization.<ref name="monterey">{{cite web |title=Our Mission and Leadership |url=https://www.montereybayaquarium.org/about/our-mission-and-leadership |publisher=Monterey Bay Aquarium |date= |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


Yu has established scholarships at [[Stanford University]], his undergraduate alma mater, to support students.<ref>{{cite web |title=Yu Scholarships |url=http://giving.stanford.edu/stanford-benefactor/stories/yu-scholarships |publisher=Stanford University |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
In April 2024, ''[[SFGATE]]'' reported that Yu had made a record-high home purchase in [[Malibu, California]].<ref name="sfgate">{{cite news |last= |first= |date=April 17, 2024 |title=49ers owner and ex-Facebook exec Gideon Yu lands record California home sale |url=https://www.sfgate.com/realestate/article/49ers-owner-facebook-exec-california-home-19408270.php |work=SFGATE |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
 
In April 2024, it was reported that Yu had purchased a home in [[Malibu, California]], in a transaction described as a record-high home sale in the state.<ref>{{cite news |title=49ers owner and ex-Facebook exec Gideon Yu lands record California home sale |url=https://www.sfgate.com/realestate/article/49ers-owner-facebook-exec-california-home-19408270.php |work=SFGATE |date=April 17, 2024 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Recognition ==
== Recognition ==


Yu has received recognition from multiple organizations throughout his career. In 2003, during his tenure at Yahoo, he was named to the "40 Under 40" list by ''Treasury & Risk Management'' magazine, which highlighted him as one of the top young finance professionals in the United States.<ref>{{cite web |title=40 Under 40 |url=http://www.treasuryandrisk.com/Issues/2003/November%202003/Pages/40-Under-40.aspx |publisher=Treasury & Risk Management |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Yu has received recognition from multiple organizations and publications throughout his career. Early in his career, he was named to ''Treasury & Risk Management'' magazine's "40 Under 40" list, which highlighted rising leaders in corporate finance.<ref name="treasury" />
 
''Business Insider'' included Yu on its "Silicon Valley 100" list, recognizing his influence in the technology sector based on his roles at Yahoo, YouTube, and Facebook.<ref>{{cite web |title=The Silicon Valley 100 |url=http://www.businessinsider.com/the-silicon-valley-100-1-100-2012-1 |publisher=Business Insider |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


''Forbes'' identified Yu as part of its "Names You Need to Know" feature, citing his membership in the network of executives and investors connected through Facebook and other major technology companies.<ref>{{cite web |last=Chiang |first=Oliver |title=Names You Need to Know in 2011: The Facebook Keiretsu |url=https://blogs.forbes.com/oliverchiang/2010/11/20/names-you-need-to-know-in-2011-the-facebook-keiretsu/ |publisher=Forbes |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
In the technology sector, ''Business Insider'' included Yu in its "Silicon Valley 100" list, ranking the most influential people in the technology industry.<ref name="bi" /> ''Forbes'' identified him as part of the "Facebook Keiretsu," a network of influential executives and investors connected to the social media company.<ref name="forbes" />


His appointment as president of the San Francisco 49ers in 2012 was recognized as a historic milestone, as he became the first person of color to hold the title of president of an NFL franchise.<ref name="sfs" /> The [[Society for Science]] has featured Yu in its programming and profiles, recognizing his contributions to technology and sports.<ref name="sfs_convo" />
In November 2022, Yu was sworn in as an Independent Director on the [[PGA of America]] Board of Directors at the 106th PGA Annual Meeting, reflecting his interests and involvement in the world of professional golf in addition to football.<ref name="pga" />


His appointment to the PGA of America Board of Directors in 2022 as an Independent Director further reflected his standing as a leader across multiple industries.<ref>{{cite web |title=San Francisco 49ers Co-Owner Gideon Yu Joins PGA of America Board of Directors as Independent Director |url=https://www.pga.com/story/san-francisco-49ers-co-owner-gideon-yu-joins-pga-of-america-board-of-directors |publisher=PGA of America |date=November 4, 2022 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
Yu's distinction as the first president of color in NFL history has been recognized by multiple outlets, including the Society for Science, which noted the milestone in its profile of Yu.<ref name="sfs" />


== Legacy ==
== Legacy ==


Gideon Yu's career spans several of the defining institutions and transactions of the modern technology era. As CFO of YouTube during its acquisition by Google, and as CFO of Facebook during its rapid early growth phase, Yu was a central financial figure at two companies that fundamentally reshaped how people consume media and communicate online. His transition from technology finance to professional sports ownership, and subsequently to venture capital investing through Series X Capital, illustrates a model of career diversification that has become characteristic of Silicon Valley's executive class.
Gideon Yu's career has spanned several of the most consequential developments in the technology industry of the early 21st century. As CFO of YouTube during its acquisition by Google and subsequently as CFO of Facebook during its formative pre-IPO years, Yu was a central financial figure in the growth of two platforms that fundamentally reshaped global media and communication. His transition to professional sports, where he became the first president of color in NFL history with the San Francisco 49ers, added a further dimension to his career and represented a milestone in the diversification of leadership in American professional sports.
 
Yu's historic appointment as the first NFL team president of color in 2012 represented a notable moment in the diversification of leadership in American professional sports. His continued role as co-owner of the San Francisco 49ers, combined with his board service at the PGA of America, positions him at the intersection of technology, finance, and sports — sectors that have become increasingly intertwined in the 21st century.


Through Series X Capital, Yu has positioned himself at the forefront of a new model for commercializing ambitious technology research, serving as a bridge between Alphabet's internal innovation efforts and the broader venture capital ecosystem. The fund's strategy of investing in moonshot spinouts reflects Yu's longstanding career pattern of involvement with companies and projects at transformative stages of their development.
Through his work with Series X Capital, Yu has positioned himself at the intersection of venture capital and corporate innovation, channeling investment into companies emerging from Alphabet's X lab and its portfolio of ambitious technology projects.<ref name="bloomberg" /><ref name="techcrunch" /> This role reflects a broader trend in Silicon Valley of experienced executives leveraging their networks and expertise to support the next generation of technology companies.


His philanthropic activities, including his support of Stanford University scholarships, board service at the UCSF Foundation, the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Tipping Point Community, and BUILD, reflect sustained engagement with education, healthcare, environmental conservation, and poverty alleviation in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond.
Yu's philanthropic activities, including his scholarship funding at Stanford University and his board service with organizations such as the UCSF Foundation, Tipping Point Community, BUILD, and the Monterey Bay Aquarium, reflect an engagement with educational and civic causes beyond the corporate and sports worlds.<ref name="stanford" /><ref name="ucsf" /><ref name="tippingpoint" /><ref name="build" /><ref name="monterey" />


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Gideon Yu
BornGideon Lee Yu
14 5, 1971
BirthplaceSeoul, South Korea
NationalityAmerican
OccupationTechnology executive, investor, sports executive
Known forFormer CFO of Facebook and YouTube; co-owner of the San Francisco 49ers
EducationHarvard Business School (MBA)
Spouse(s)Susie Yu
Children2
AwardsTreasury & Risk Management 40 Under 40

Gideon Lee Yu (born May 14, 1971) is an American technology, media, and sports executive, investor, and advisor. Born in Seoul, South Korea, Yu rose to prominence in Silicon Valley through a series of high-profile roles at some of the most consequential technology companies of the early 21st century, serving as the chief financial officer of both YouTube and Facebook as well as the senior vice president and treasurer of Yahoo!. In 2011, Yu transitioned from the technology sector to professional sports when he was hired by the San Francisco 49ers of the National Football League (NFL), eventually becoming the team's president—a role in which he became the first president of color in NFL history.[1] He later became a co-owner of the franchise. Beyond football, Yu has been active in venture capital investing, most notably as the head of Series X Capital, a venture fund associated with Alphabet Inc.'s X lab that has raised hundreds of millions of dollars to invest in companies spun out of the incubator.[2] Yu has also served on the boards of several nonprofit and corporate organizations, including the PGA of America Board of Directors.[3]

Early Life

Gideon Lee Yu was born on May 14, 1971, in Seoul, South Korea. He later moved to the United States, where he grew up in Nashville, Tennessee, and attended the University School of Nashville.[1] Yu went on to attend Stanford University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree. He later attended Harvard Business School, where he received his Master of Business Administration (MBA).[1]

Yu has spoken publicly about the influence of education in his life and has contributed to educational philanthropy. He and his wife, Susie Yu, have funded scholarships at Stanford University to support students.[4]

Education

Yu attended the University School of Nashville in Nashville, Tennessee, before enrolling at Stanford University, where he completed his undergraduate studies with a Bachelor of Science degree. He subsequently pursued graduate education at Harvard Business School, earning an MBA.[1] His educational background in both technology and business would prove foundational to his later career spanning finance, technology, and sports management.

Career

Yahoo!

Yu held the position of senior vice president and treasurer at Yahoo!, one of the dominant internet companies of the early 2000s.[1][5] In this role, Yu was responsible for overseeing the company's financial strategy and treasury operations during a period of significant growth for the internet sector. His tenure at Yahoo! placed him at the center of Silicon Valley's financial landscape and established his reputation as a leading technology finance executive. During this period, Yu was recognized by Treasury & Risk Management magazine as one of its "40 Under 40" honorees, reflecting his standing in the corporate finance community.[6]

YouTube

In 2006, Yu left Yahoo! to join YouTube as its chief financial officer.[5] At the time, YouTube was a rapidly growing but still privately held video-sharing platform. Yu's hire was noted in technology and financial media as a significant move, given his senior position at Yahoo!.[7]

Yu's tenure at YouTube coincided with one of the most significant acquisitions in technology history: Google's purchase of YouTube for approximately $1.65 billion in October 2006. Yu played a central role in the financial aspects of the deal. According to reporting by Valleywag, a notable anecdote from the acquisition involved a police encounter that nearly disrupted the deal's closing process.[8] The acquisition by Google transformed YouTube from a startup into one of the world's largest media platforms, and Yu's role as CFO during this pivotal period cemented his status as a leading financial executive in the technology industry.

Facebook

In 2007, Yu was recruited to serve as the chief financial officer of Facebook, which at the time was a fast-growing but still privately held social networking company. His appointment was reported by The New York Times and other major outlets as part of Facebook's broader effort to build out its executive team ahead of anticipated rapid expansion.[9] Technology publication VentureBeat characterized Yu's career trajectory at the time as a "wild ride" through Silicon Valley's most prominent companies.[10]

As CFO of Facebook, Yu oversaw the company's financial operations during a critical phase of growth. He was involved in navigating the company through fundraising rounds and the development of its business model during the period before its eventual initial public offering. Reuters reported on Facebook's financial dealings during Yu's tenure, noting the company's increasing valuation and the strategic decisions being made by its leadership team.[11]

Yu's consecutive roles as CFO at both YouTube and Facebook—two companies that would go on to become among the most valuable and influential technology platforms in the world—gave him a distinctive profile in Silicon Valley. Forbes identified Yu as part of the "Facebook Keiretsu," a network of executives and investors associated with the company who went on to wield significant influence across the technology industry.[12] Business Insider included Yu in its "Silicon Valley 100" list, a ranking of the most influential figures in the technology sector.[13]

Venture Capital and Investing

Following his executive roles at major technology companies, Yu became an active investor and venture capital figure. He was involved with Square, the mobile payments company founded by Jack Dorsey, where he served alongside notable board members including Vinod Khosla.[14] The New York Times reported on Khosla's ventures and the broader ecosystem of Silicon Valley investors in which Yu operated.[15]

In more recent years, Yu has led Series X Capital, a venture capital fund with ties to Alphabet Inc.'s X lab (formerly known as Google X). The fund invests in companies that are spun out of X Development, the research and development facility known for pursuing ambitious "moonshot" technology projects. In 2024, reports indicated that Yu was raising $500 million for the fund to back companies emerging from the X lab, including ventures related to technologies such as those developed by Waymo and other X projects.[16]

By May 2025, Bloomberg reported that Series X Capital, described as run by "YouTube alum and former Facebook Chief Financial Officer Gideon Yu," expected to exceed its initial target of $500 million in fundraising.[2] The fund's strategy aligned with Alphabet's broader shift toward spinning out moonshot projects as independent companies rather than keeping them within the corporate structure, as reported by TechCrunch.[17] GuruFocus also reported on the fund's progress in supporting Alphabet X lab spinoffs.[18]

San Francisco 49ers

In April 2011, the San Francisco 49ers hired Yu, a move that represented a significant transition from the technology sector to professional sports management. The San Jose Mercury News reported on the hire, noting Yu's background as a former Facebook executive and speculating about the broader strategic implications of the appointment.[19]

Yu eventually rose to the position of president of the San Francisco 49ers. In 2012, when he assumed the presidency, Yu became the first president of color in the history of the National Football League, a distinction noted by multiple sources.[1] In a conversation with Maya Ajmera, President and CEO of the Society for Science, Yu discussed his experiences as a sports executive and the intersection of technology and professional sports.[20]

While Yu eventually stepped down from the role of team president, he remained involved with the franchise as a co-owner of the San Francisco 49ers.[1][3] His dual identity as both a technology executive and sports team owner made him a distinctive figure in both the Silicon Valley and NFL communities.

Personal Life

Yu is married to Susie Yu (Korean: 민혜정). The couple has two children, Jonathan and Emily.[1]

Yu and his wife have been active philanthropists. They have funded scholarships at Stanford University, Yu's undergraduate alma mater, to support students attending the institution.[4] Yu has also been involved with several nonprofit organizations. He has served on the board of directors of the UCSF Foundation, which supports the University of California, San Francisco.[21] He has been associated with Tipping Point Community, a San Francisco-based nonprofit focused on fighting poverty in the Bay Area.[22] Additionally, Yu has been listed as a board member of BUILD, an organization focused on youth entrepreneurship education.[23] Yu has also been associated with the Monterey Bay Aquarium, serving in a leadership capacity with the organization.[24]

In April 2024, SFGATE reported that Yu had made a record-high home purchase in Malibu, California.[25]

Recognition

Yu has received recognition from multiple organizations and publications throughout his career. Early in his career, he was named to Treasury & Risk Management magazine's "40 Under 40" list, which highlighted rising leaders in corporate finance.[6]

In the technology sector, Business Insider included Yu in its "Silicon Valley 100" list, ranking the most influential people in the technology industry.[13] Forbes identified him as part of the "Facebook Keiretsu," a network of influential executives and investors connected to the social media company.[12]

In November 2022, Yu was sworn in as an Independent Director on the PGA of America Board of Directors at the 106th PGA Annual Meeting, reflecting his interests and involvement in the world of professional golf in addition to football.[3]

Yu's distinction as the first president of color in NFL history has been recognized by multiple outlets, including the Society for Science, which noted the milestone in its profile of Yu.[1]

Legacy

Gideon Yu's career has spanned several of the most consequential developments in the technology industry of the early 21st century. As CFO of YouTube during its acquisition by Google and subsequently as CFO of Facebook during its formative pre-IPO years, Yu was a central financial figure in the growth of two platforms that fundamentally reshaped global media and communication. His transition to professional sports, where he became the first president of color in NFL history with the San Francisco 49ers, added a further dimension to his career and represented a milestone in the diversification of leadership in American professional sports.

Through his work with Series X Capital, Yu has positioned himself at the intersection of venture capital and corporate innovation, channeling investment into companies emerging from Alphabet's X lab and its portfolio of ambitious technology projects.[2][17] This role reflects a broader trend in Silicon Valley of experienced executives leveraging their networks and expertise to support the next generation of technology companies.

Yu's philanthropic activities, including his scholarship funding at Stanford University and his board service with organizations such as the UCSF Foundation, Tipping Point Community, BUILD, and the Monterey Bay Aquarium, reflect an engagement with educational and civic causes beyond the corporate and sports worlds.[4][21][22][23][24]

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 "Gideon Yu".Society for Science.December 16, 2019.https://www.societyforscience.org/people/gideon-yu/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 "Google-Linked VC Fund Series X Aims to Raise Over $500 Million".Bloomberg.com.May 23, 2025.https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-05-24/google-linked-vc-fund-series-x-aims-to-raise-over-500-million.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 "San Francisco 49ers Co-Owner Gideon Yu Joins PGA of America Board of Directors as Independent Director".PGA of America.November 4, 2022.https://www.pga.com/story/san-francisco-49ers-co-owner-gideon-yu-joins-pga-of-america-board-of-directors.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 "Yu Scholarships".Stanford University.http://giving.stanford.edu/stanford-benefactor/stories/yu-scholarships.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 "YouTube Hires Yahoo Treasurer".TheStreet.http://www.thestreet.com/story/10307019/1/youtube-hires-yahoo-treasurer.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 "40 Under 40".Treasury & Risk Management.November 2003.http://www.treasuryandrisk.com/Issues/2003/November%202003/Pages/40-Under-40.aspx.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  7. ↑ The Wall Street Journal.https://www.wsj.com/articles/SB118531562451376785.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  8. ↑ "How a Cop Almost Kiboshed the Google-YouTube Deal".Valleywag (via Wayback Machine).https://web.archive.org/web/20090615035405/http://valleywag.gawker.com/304104/how-a-cop-almost-kiboshed-the-google+youtube-deal.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  9. ↑ The New York Times.October 25, 2007.https://www.nytimes.com/2007/10/25/technology/24cnd-facebook.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  10. ↑ "Roundup: Yu's Wild Ride, StumbleUpon, Dot-Bomb Travails, and More".VentureBeat.April 23, 2007.https://venturebeat.com/2007/04/23/roundup-yus-wild-ride-stumbleupon-dot-bomb-travails-and-more/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  11. ↑ Reuters.March 28, 2008.https://www.reuters.com/article/technologyNews/idUSN2731908420080328.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  12. ↑ 12.0 12.1 ChiangOliverOliver"Names You Need to Know in 2011: The Facebook Keiretsu".Forbes.November 20, 2010.https://blogs.forbes.com/oliverchiang/2010/11/20/names-you-need-to-know-in-2011-the-facebook-keiretsu/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  13. ↑ 13.0 13.1 "The Silicon Valley 100".Business Insider.2012.http://www.businessinsider.com/the-silicon-valley-100-1-100-2012-1.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  14. ↑ "Vinod Khosla Joins Square Board".CIOL.http://www.ciol.com/News/Executive-Track/News-Reports/Vinod-Khosla-joins-Square-board/150926/0/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  15. ↑ The New York Times.September 1, 2009.https://www.nytimes.com/2009/09/01/business/01khosla.html.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  16. ↑ "New $500m fund to back Alphabet X spinouts".Global Venturing.June 11, 2024.https://globalventuring.com/corporate/fundraising/new-fund-being-raised-to-back-alphabet-x-spinouts/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  17. ↑ 17.0 17.1 "Alphabet is increasingly launching 'moonshot' projects as independent companies -- here's why".TechCrunch.November 2, 2025.https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/02/alphabet-is-increasingly-launching-moonshot-projects-as-independent-companies-heres-why/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  18. ↑ "Series X Capital Raises Funds to Support Alphabet's X Lab Spin-O".GuruFocus.May 23, 2025.https://www.gurufocus.com/news/2887235/series-x-capital-raises-funds-to-support-alphabets-x-lab-spinoffs?mobile=true.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  19. ↑ KawakamiTimTim"49ers Hire Former Facebook Exec Gideon Yu—Is There More to This?".San Jose Mercury News.April 26, 2011.http://blogs.mercurynews.com/kawakami/2011/04/26/49ers-hire-former-facebook-exec-gideon-yu-is-there-more-to-this/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  20. ↑ "Conversations with Maya: Gideon Yu".Society for Science.March 27, 2018.https://www.societyforscience.org/blog/conversations-with-maya-gideon-yu/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  21. ↑ 21.0 21.1 "Board of Directors".UCSF Foundation.http://support.ucsf.edu/ucsf-foundation/board-directors.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  22. ↑ 22.0 22.1 "Tipping Point Community".Tipping Point Community.http://www.tippingpoint.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=60&Itemid=58.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  23. ↑ 23.0 23.1 "Board of Directors and Local Advisory Boards".BUILD.http://build.org/browse/board-of-directors-and-local-advisory-boards.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  24. ↑ 24.0 24.1 "Our Mission and Leadership".Monterey Bay Aquarium.https://www.montereybayaquarium.org/about/our-mission-and-leadership.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  25. ↑ "49ers owner and ex-Facebook exec Gideon Yu lands record California home sale".SFGATE.April 17, 2024.https://www.sfgate.com/realestate/article/49ers-owner-facebook-exec-california-home-19408270.php.Retrieved 2026-02-24.

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