Shane Brett, PhD

Shane Brett, PhD

Shane Brett is an experienced technology executive and entrepreneur who currently serves as a Portfolio Manager at April Ventures in Dublin, Ireland.123 He has an extensive background in FinTech, Web3, and blockchain, having founded several successful companies in these sectors.1

Key Facts about Shane Brett

• Current Roles:
  • Portfolio Manager at April Ventures (September 2022 - Present)1
  • Angel Investor at Fanify (May 2021 - Present)1
• Past Experience:
  • Founder of Global Perspectives Ltd, a leading FinTech and Web3 consulting firm (April 2011 - Present)1
  • CEO and Founder of GECKO Governance, a RegTech compliance platform (October 2014 - July 2020)1
• Education:
  • PhD from Selinus University5
• Other Activities:
  • VC Mentor at Newchip Accelerator (November 2022 - May 2023)1
  • Graduate and Program Award Winner at VC Lab, a venture capital accelerator (August 2022 - January 2023)1
  • Founding Member of the International RegTech Association (IRTA) (August 2017 - July 2020)1

Shane Brett is also an active angel investor and the author of the book "Start-Up Bible: Zero to $10 Million - How to Build an 8 Figure Technology Company from Scratch".24 He is a prominent figure in the Irish tech ecosystem and has been recognized for his contributions to the industry.1