Charlotte Michailidis
About Charlotte Michailidis
Charlotte Michailidis is a Founding Member and the CEO of Parenthood Ventures, where she has worked since 2020. She holds an MA from the University of Oxford and an MBA from Harvard Business School, and she actively supports early-stage startups in the ParentTech sector.
Work at Parenthood Ventures
Charlotte Michailidis serves as the Founder and CEO of Parenthood Ventures, a position she has held since 2020. Based in Miami, FL, and San Francisco, CA, she leads initiatives focused on supporting early-stage startups in the ParentTech sector. Under her leadership, the organization has facilitated over $70 million in venture capital funding for more than 250 startups.
Education and Expertise
Charlotte Michailidis holds a Master of Arts degree in Geography from the University of Oxford. She also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Harvard Business School, specializing in Business Administration and Management. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in venture capital and startup mentorship.
Background in Venture Capital and Advisory Roles
Charlotte has extensive experience in venture capital and advisory roles. She is a Venture Partner at Republic and NextGen Venture Partners, positions she has held since 2021 and 2020, respectively. Additionally, she serves as an Advisor for Tiny Health and Harmony Baby Nutrition, and as an Advisory Group Member at Perkins School for the Blind, contributing to various initiatives in the tech and disability sectors.
Contributions to The Fourth Effect
As a Founding Member of The Fourth Effect since 2020, Charlotte Michailidis has played a significant role in establishing business operations and achieving product-market fit for the organization. Her involvement reflects her commitment to fostering innovation and growth within the startup ecosystem.
Professional Experience at BCG
Charlotte Michailidis has a background in consulting, having worked at BCG and BCG Digital Ventures. Her experience includes consumer research and IT system strategy across various project types. She co-authored the BCG PMI playbook, which focuses on M&A and post-merger integration planning in industries such as technology, media, pharmaceuticals, mining, and food.