Charles & Potomac Capital

Private Equity Texas, United States ·Founded 2019

Overview

Charles & Potomac Capital is a family-backed investment firm specializing in bold, high-conviction opportunities across multiple asset classes. The firm invests through leading private equity, venture capital, and real estate funds, alongside direct stakes in over 30 operating businesses. Guided by a founder-led ethos, Charles & Potomac Capital is known for its decisiveness, integrity, and partnership-first approach. The firm's investment strategy encompasses a diverse range of sectors, including technology, healthcare, media, energy, and real estate. They engage in investments at various stages, from seed and early-stage ventures to growth, late-stage, and buyout opportunities. This comprehensive approach allows them to provide capital and management expertise to leading businesses globally. Charles & Potomac Capital's track record includes more than 50 investments in venture capital and private equity funds, operating businesses, and credit and energy funds. Their founder, Joe Popolo, served as CEO from 2019 until 2025 and has a history of transforming companies, such as leading Freeman Company to tripling its size to $3 billion in revenue. The firm's commitment to a founder-led ethos and partnership-first approach has been instrumental in its success and reputation in the investment community.

Investment Focus

  • High-conviction opportunities
  • Partnership-first approach
  • Diverse asset classes

Portfolio Companies

Ondas HoldingsOndas Autonomous SystemsSamesurf, Inc.

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Frequently asked questions about Charles & Potomac Capital

What sectors does Charles & Potomac Capital invest in?

Charles & Potomac Capital invests in Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Real Estate and Media, and is based in Texas, United States. Charles & Potomac Capital is listed as a private equity in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does Charles & Potomac Capital invest at?

Charles & Potomac Capital backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Growth, Late Stage and Buyout, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.

Which regions does Charles & Potomac Capital invest in?

Charles & Potomac Capital invests across United States.

What companies has Charles & Potomac Capital invested in?

Charles & Potomac Capital's portfolio includes Ondas Holdings, Ondas Autonomous Systems and Samesurf, Inc..

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