Shari Coulter Ford

Shari Ford is an accomplished professional with a wealth of experience as a Board member, C-suite executive, entrepreneur, and equity investor. She thrives in dynamic environments and approaches her work with a philosophy of 'informed optimism'. Shari has served as a Board member and Board Advisor for various early stage ventures, led health-related investments as an equity investor, and founded and led two venture funded startups. Her intrapreneurial skills were well-utilized as the President of a startup's International business unit, overseeing operations across multiple countries and managing acquisitions. Shari also contributes as a mentor at Techstars and boasts a strong network within the investment community, encompassing private equity, venture capital, and family offices.