Michael Sharon

Overview

Michael Sharon is an angel investor and entrepreneur specializing in consumer packaged goods and health-focused startups. He co-founded Taika, a company that blends adaptogens into coffee to promote health and wellness. Prior to Taika, Sharon was Head of Pages at Meta (formerly Facebook), where he led the development of Facebook Pages, a feature that allows businesses and public figures to create a presence on the platform. He also served as a Product Manager for Mobile at Meta, focusing on mobile product development. Before his tenure at Meta, Sharon co-founded Socialight, a location-based social networking company, and served as its Chief Technology Officer. His investment focus is on early-stage companies in the consumer packaged goods and health and wellness sectors, with a particular interest in innovative products that promote well-being. Sharon's approach combines his entrepreneurial experience with a passion for health and wellness, aiming to support startups that offer unique solutions in these areas. He is based in San Francisco, California, and is actively involved in the startup ecosystem, providing mentorship and guidance to emerging companies. His background in technology and product development, combined with his investment experience, enables him to identify and support promising startups in the consumer goods and health sectors. Sharon's work reflects a commitment to fostering innovation that enhances consumer health and well-being.

Investment Focus

• Innovative product offerings
• Strong founding team
• Scalable business model
• Clear market differentiation

Portfolio Companies