Samuel Shank is an angel investor in San Francisco who primarily targets pre-seed and seed-stage companies in consumer. See portfolio and contact routes.
Samuel Shank is an angel investor in San Francisco who primarily targets pre-seed and seed-stage companies in consumer technology, travel, marketplaces, and software, with check sizes ranging from $200K to $3M based on recorded rounds. His notable portfolio includes Thimble (commercial insurance), Foraged, Hitch, Zizoo, and YieldClub, reflecting a focus on innovative platforms that reshape digital consumer experiences. Shank’s distinctive thesis leverages his founder’s insight and operational expertise from scaling and selling HotelTonight to Airbnb, helping early-stage teams refine products and accelerate market adoption.
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