Henry Helgeson

Henry Helgeson is an angel investor and the Chief Executive Officer of BlueSnap, a company he founded in 1998 to simplify credit card payment processing for small businesses. Under his leadership, BlueSnap has evolved to offer a comprehensive suite of payment solutions, including mobile applications and point-to-point encrypted card readers. Helgeson has also served as CEO and Founder of Cayan LLC from 1998 to 2019, further solidifying his expertise in the payments industry. As an angel investor, Helgeson focuses on early-stage companies within the financial technology sector, providing both capital and strategic guidance. His investment portfolio includes Monami Tech and Biller Genie, reflecting his commitment to innovative solutions in payments and accounting. Helgeson is also a board member of Payroc Holdings, LP, contributing his extensive industry knowledge to the company's growth and development. Helgeson's investment philosophy centers on identifying and nurturing companies that leverage technology to disrupt traditional financial services. He seeks ventures with scalable business models and a clear path to market leadership, aiming to foster innovation that addresses real-world challenges in the payments landscape.

Innovative technology solutions, Scalable business models, Experienced management teams, Clear path to market leadership, Addressing real-world challenges in payments