Parag Sheth

Advisor to entrepreneurs - I help them realize the full value of their vision through a successful exit or growth financing transaction

Parag Sheth is an experienced investment professional and business leader with a diverse background in finance, technology, and entrepreneurship. He currently serves as a Managing Director at Progress Partners, a position he has held since March 2022.1 2

Career Highlights

Parag brings over 30 years of experience as an investor, operator, and advisor to his current role.2 His expertise spans various sectors, including:

SAAS (Software as a Service)
Tech-Enabled Services
Enterprise Software
Data analytics
Back-office solutions
Networking
Fintech

Professional Experience

Before joining Progress Partners, Parag's career included several notable positions:

Managing Director at Sojourner Capital (previously Outcome Capital) from November 2019 to March 20221
Director at the Maryland Venture Fund2
Founder and CEO of Adelie Group, a tech-enabled marketing company2
Roles at high-growth companies such as High Street Partners and Hillcrest Labs2

Education and Board Positions

Parag holds the following educational qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from the University at Buffalo2
MBA from the Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland2

He currently serves on the Board of Directors of Mindshare and is an active investor in several technology companies.2

Expertise and Approach

Parag's extensive experience as both an operator and investor has given him in-depth knowledge of various technology sectors. This background enables him to serve as a trusted advisor to CEOs and companies across different growth stages.2 His approach emphasizes the importance of long-term relationships and trust in achieving success in the business world.