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Charles Merritt
Executive Director and Professor of the Practice, Department of Economics at UNC Minor in Entrepreneurship
Charles Merritt is an experienced academic administrator and instructor in entrepreneurship and private equity with a wealth of knowledge in finance and investments.
With over twenty years in the industry, Charles has honed his investment and business acumen and has successfully led entrepreneurial efforts and fundraising campaigns.
His passion lies in business development, where he excels in managing high-performance teams and navigating complex business and legal landscapes.
Charles holds a Master of Theological Studies from Duke Divinity School, a Master of Business Administration from The Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth, and a Bachelor's Degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Throughout his career, Charles held various key positions, including Executive Director of the Minor in Entrepreneurship at UNC Chapel Hill, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Parish Capital Advisors, LLP, and Investment Director at The Duke Endowment.
He has also served in advisory roles at organizations like Hatteras Venture Partners, The Fahrenheit Group, and StepStone Group, showcasing his diverse skill set and industry connections.
