Shelley Alger

About Shelley Alger

I work with early-stage founders and investment teams at moments where clarity, judgment, and execution matter most.My background spans startup operations, bus dev, investment pattern recognition, and founder development. I’m known for synthesizing complex inputs — market dynamics, narrative clarity, team dynamics, and execution constraints — into clear strategic direction.I support founders across positioning, go-to-market, team structure, and investor readiness, and I help funds strengthen portfolio outcomes through hands-on, trust-based engagement.I currently serve as an investor judge for multiple angel groups and have a strong track record identifying and supporting fast-growing technology companies at the earliest stages. FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHYTraveled to 80 countries as an award-winning wildlife, culture, and nature photographerMy work celebrates the endangered wisdom of the planet. Visit I am based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Email: s••••••••@gmail.comInstagram:

Experience

1. Mentor

   Angel Club

   Mar 2025 — Present

   As 3x startup co-founder, angel investor and judge for several pitch events, I love helping startup founders communicate their ideas to investors in ways that land. I also love coaching them through strategy, leadership and how to pitch. Angel Club is an incredible resource to the startup ecosystem.

Education

• UCLA

  BA, Political Science, minors in Business and Spanish

  1984 — 1989

• Universidad Complutense de Madrid

  Geopolitical Economics

  1987 — 1988

• Dominican University of California

  MBA, International Business and Sustainability

  1992 — 1994