Charles Shannon

Charles Shannon is a Partner at Founders Circle Capital, a growth stage venture firm based in the San Francisco Bay Area.1 Here are some key details about his background and role:

Professional Experience

Charles joined Founders Circle Capital in August 2016 and has been a Partner there since.1 In this role, he:

• Focuses on investing in fast-growing companies transitioning from product-market fit to hyperscale
• Works with portfolio companies like Fundbox, DoorDash, Cohesity, StockX, Robinhood, UiPath and Next Insurance1

Prior to Founders Circle Capital, Charles worked at:

• Morgan Stanley as an Investment Banking Analyst (2015-2016) and Leveraged Finance Analyst (2013-2015)1
• Veritas College Preparatory Charter School as a Mathematics Teacher (2011-2013)1
• Teach For America as a Corps Member (2011-2013)1

Education

Charles graduated from Harvard University in 2011.1

Investment Focus

At Founders Circle Capital, Charles is involved in growth stage investments, typically in the range of $100K to $5 million, with a sweet spot around $1.5 million.2 The firm's current fund size is $355 million.2

Personal Background

Originally from Tennessee, Charles is known for his friendly demeanor and strong work ethic.3 He met his wife Faith during high school and they now reside in the South Bay area with their children.3

Charles has been playing the violin for over 20 years and has performed in orchestras, symphonies, and chamber groups.4