Cleo Sham
Cleo Sham is a seasoned early-stage operator, angel investor, and currently a Partner at Stride.VC. With a keen interest in the startup ecosystem and team development, Cleo has a rich background in international scale-up and investments spanning EMEA, China, and Asia, ranging from Series B funding to IPOs.
Her educational journey is versatile, having studied at prestigious institutions such as The Cheltenham Ladies' College, German Swiss International School, Beijing Language and Culture University, culminating in a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from The Wharton School and a BA from Rice University.
Throughout her career, Cleo has been associated with renowned organizations such as Uber, McKinsey & Company, Merrill Lynch, and several startups in diverse roles like Chief Operating Officer at Spotahome, Director at Uber, Proprietary Trader at Merrill Lynch, and Founder and CEO at NinjaRooms, showcasing her multifaceted expertise.
She has a history of investment involvement with various startups globally and has served as a Limited Partner at 22VC and Alumni Ventures Group. Cleo Sham's experiences as an angel investor, advisor, and business analyst at McKinsey & Company have contributed significantly to her well-rounded professional profile.
