Peter Mills
Advisor, mentor, and former venture capitalist. Former Partner at CMGI @Ventures and technology executive.
About Peter
Peter Mills has spent his career quietly operating alongside some of the most important leaders and technology shifts of the past 50 years. From Ford and DEC to Sematech and the rise of the internet venture capital boom, Peter has been at the table during pivotal moments in tech history.
He became the last person Bob Noyce ever hired—an experience that shaped his entire philosophy around leadership, trust, and creating lasting value. After a long career in venture capital, Peter reached a point where he had "zero to prove" and found deep fulfillment in mentoring and advising the next generation of entrepreneurs.
Peter is known for his philosophy that productive days matter—not titles, status, or being "king of the castle." His wisdom about what makes great leaders, and why trust matters more than hidden agendas, resonates deeply with anyone navigating the later stages of a tech career.
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