Shawn Dougherty

Overview

Shawn Dougherty is an accomplished angel investor and entrepreneur, best known for co-founding mophie in 2005, a company that became the leading battery case manufacturer for mobile devices in North America. Under her leadership as COO, mophie developed the first juice pack battery case for the original iPhone and established an exclusive partnership with Apple. The company experienced rapid growth, expanding from a small team in Michigan to a multimillion-dollar enterprise with over 300 employees and operations in multiple countries. In 2016, mophie was acquired by ZAGG for $100 million. After her success with mophie, Dougherty continued to invest in and support innovative consumer electronics ventures. In 2019, she joined Aira, a wireless charging technology company, as an investor and board member, bringing her expertise to the development of FreePower™, a next-generation wireless charging solution. She also founded EXOIO, a venture studio that assists early-stage consumer brands with product design, e-commerce strategy, and supply chain logistics. Additionally, she serves as the Chief Operating Officer at Society Brands, a company focused on scaling e-commerce brands. Dougherty's investment strategy centers on early-stage ventures in the consumer electronics and mobile accessories sectors, with a particular interest in companies developing innovative wireless charging technologies. She seeks to partner with entrepreneurs who have a clear vision and the potential for significant market impact. Her extensive experience in product development, branding, and scaling operations enables her to provide valuable guidance and resources to portfolio companies, fostering their growth and success in competitive markets.

Investment Focus

• Innovative product offerings
• Scalable business models
• Experienced founding teams
• Clear market differentiation
• Strong growth potential

Portfolio Companies