Tod Francis

Founder, Managing Director

2003 - Current

Shasta Ventures invests in early stage technology enabled companies. My focus is consumer services companies.

Seed Investor

2014

Investor

2017

Led Shasta Series A investment in Tonal, a connected strength fitness company

Investor

2016

Zwift is an immersive indoor training platform initially focused on cycling

Investor and Board Member

2017

Board Member

2019

SOS provides mentorship and curriculum to help under privileged kids gain confidence and improve their life path. Programs are conducted on the mountain to provide a richer connection between mentors and the kids.

Board Member

2022

Board Member

2014

ClassDojo is one of the world's fastest growing education technology companies: currently used by teachers in 1 in 3 schools in the US, and growing fast in another 150 countries. They're scaling from tens of millions to 100 million+ users - and they're hiring (careers@classdojo.com) The product is a feedback platform used by 50 million+ teachers, parents & students to help students develop the character skills and behaviors they need for success in life - things like grit, leadership, creativity and curiosity. It is an important mission and we're proud to be investors alongside Paul Graham, Jeff Clavier, Ron Conway, Matt Ocko, Mitch Kapor, General Catalyst and others.

Board Member

2014 - 2023

Stance is building a new action sports brand by creating high performance socks with innovative design.

Board Member

2011 - 2023

LiquidSpace is the leading marketplace for temporary office space. Shasta Ventures led the Series A round.