Rei Wang

Co-founder at The Grand | Angel Investor

Rei Wang is the Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer of The Grand World, a platform focused on group coaching aimed at addressing issues like loneliness and fostering community through open conversations. She has held this position since April 2019. Before her current role, she served as the CEO of Dorm Room Fund at First Round Capital, where she was involved in mentoring over 250 entrepreneurs and fostering a vibrant startup ecosystem. Her career also includes significant roles at General Assembly as a Product Manager and Global Community Lead, and at GOOD Worldwide Inc. as a Manager.1 2

Wang holds a Bachelor's degree from Emory University and has completed various programs at General Assembly. She has been recognized in the Forbes 30 Under 30 list for her contributions to venture capital.1 2 In addition to her professional achievements, she is fluent in Chinese and has limited proficiency in Spanish.1

Wang's work at The Grand emphasizes the importance of community and intentional communication, reflecting her belief in the power of connection and empathetic listening in both personal and professional contexts.2 3

Highlights

Feb 7 · Business Insider

44 startups to bet your career on in 2024 - Business Insider

Oct 3 · Business Insider

The Pitch Deck the Grand Used to Raise $4.7 Million in Seed Funding - Business Insider

Experience

Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer at The Grand (April 2019 - Present)

CEO at Dorm Room Fund | Investment Team at First Round Capital (November 2015 - January 2019) Product Manager and Global Community Lead at General Assembly (August 2013 - October 2015) Manager, GOOD Local and GOOD Maker at GOOD Worldwide Inc (March 2012 - August 2013) Business Strategist at Ogilvy & Mather (2009 - March 2012) Associate at Ogilvy & Mather (2009 - 2010)