Ben Shanken

Angel investor and VP of Growth at Coinbase, with prior roles at Discord and Lyft.

Angel Investor Active San Diego, United States
Last updated 2026-07-20
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About

Ben Shanken is an angel investor and growth advisor for several startups in the B2B SaaS and consumer sectors. He is currently the VP of Growth at Coinbase and previously held product leadership roles at Discord and Lyft. He focuses on product-led growth and user acquisition, leveraging data analytics, experimentation, and rapid iteration. Ben has invested in companies across B2B SaaS, AI/ML, consumer, and marketplace sectors.

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Q&A

What is Ben Shanken's primary investment focus by sector?
Ben Shanken has invested in the Business Software sector, with one recorded investment in this area.
What is Ben Shanken's typical investment stage?
Ben Shanken has participated in Seed stage funding rounds, with one such investment recorded.
Can you name a notable company in Ben Shanken's portfolio?
Ben Shanken's portfolio includes Loops, an analytics platform for product and growth managers, founded in 2020.
When was Ben Shanken's most recent investment activity?
Ben Shanken's most recent investment activity was in November 2022.
What was the funding amount for Loops, a company in Ben Shanken's portfolio?
Loops raised $14M in a Seed round, in which Ben Shanken participated.