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Margot Shapiro

Managing Partner at Spiral Sun Ventures

Newport Beach, California

Overview 

Margot Shapiro is the Managing Partner at Spiral Sun Ventures in Newport Beach, California, with a background in private equity, venture capital, and corporate development. She holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and has served on the board of advisors for Women Entrepreneurs Global, showcasing a strong commitment to supporting entrepreneurship and women in business.

Work Experience 

  • Managing Partner

    2018 - Current

    Invest in early-stage companies that promote a healthier life for people, pets and the environment; focus on better-for-you products and the tech that supports them.

  • Member Of The Board Of Advisors

    2020

    WE Global is a full-stack, startup innovation studio and digital DIY startup platform for women entrepreneurs around the world.

  • Advisor, Venture Partner

    2022

    Investments in early-stage women's health and female-led life science ventures.

Avestria Ventures is an investment firm that focuses on women's health and female-led life science and healthcare companies.

  • Board Member

    2023

  • Partner

    2010

    Seed capital investments in early-stage companies in the Consumer, Life Science and Health & Wellness sectors.

  • Managing Director

    2013 - 2018

    Hybrid incubator/accelerator for women-led companies and products for the female demographic.

  • Executive Committee Member

    2010 - 2018

    One of the largest and most active angel investment organizations in the U.S., with over 400 members in four regional chapters (networks).

  • Principal

    2006 - 2010

  • Private Wealth Management Specialist

    2004 - 2007

Goldman Sachs is a multinational financial services firm providing securities, investment banking, and management services.

  • Board Advisor

    1999 - 2005

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