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Cleo Sham
In transition. Currently Board Member, Advisor and Investor in high-growth B2B & B2C Businesses | ex-Uber | Former COO | ex-Partner @ Stride.VC
Cleo Sham is a prominent figure in the venture capital and tech startup ecosystem, currently serving as a Venture Partner at Stride.VC. Her career spans various high-profile roles in technology, finance, and entrepreneurship.
Professional Experience
Cleo's professional journey includes several notable positions:
Venture Capital:
During her time at Stride.VC, Cleo has been involved in early-stage investing and board work across Europe, focusing on areas such as enterprise AI, health, fintech, proptech, and marketplaces.1
Operational Roles:
- Chief Operating Officer at Spotahome (January 2019 - November 2020)1
- Various roles at Uber, including Director positions
- Proprietary Trader at Merrill Lynch
- Business Development Director at Guanhong Lighting Technology Ltd (October 2010 - June 2011)1
Entrepreneurship:
- Founder and CEO of NinjaRooms (February 2012 - October 2012)1
- Cofounder of NatSent (February 2009 - August 2009)1
Education
Cleo Sham has a diverse educational background:
- MBA from The Wharton School
- BA from Rice University (Triple-major in Economics, Managerial Studies, and Sport Management)1
- Attended The Cheltenham Ladies' College1
- Studied at Beijing Language and Culture University (Intensive Business Chinese Course)1
Expertise and Investments
Cleo's expertise lies in areas such as:
- Go-to-market strategies
- Marketing
- Business operations
- International expansion
- Building and scaling high-performance teams
- Setting company culture
- Fundraising1
Her primary investment areas include B2B SaaS, Fintech, Consumer, Marketplaces, and Mobility/Logistics.1
Additional Roles
Beyond her primary positions, Cleo is also:
- An angel investor and advisor to various startups1
- A board member for companies like Huboo and WeGift2
Cleo Sham's diverse experience across multiple industries and her current role in venture capital make her a valuable asset in the startup ecosystem, particularly in guiding early-stage companies through growth and expansion phases.
