Shane Happach

Shane Happach is an experienced angel investor and executive specializing in the fintech and payments sectors, supporting emerging technology companies. He is the CEO of Coda Payments, a company he joined after serving as Executive Vice President and Head of Global eCommerce at Worldpay. Shane holds a degree from Miami University. As an angel investor, Shane has been actively involved in several startups, providing not only capital but also strategic guidance and valuable industry connections. His investment focus spans various stages, including seed, early, and growth stages, with investment sizes ranging from $100,000 to $5 million. Shane's portfolio includes companies across diverse industries such as technology, fintech, e-commerce, software, healthcare, media, consumer goods, education, transportation, energy, real estate, agriculture, telecommunications, manufacturing, and retail. His geographical focus encompasses regions including the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Netherlands, Singapore, Australia, India, China, Japan, South Korea, Brazil, Mexico, Canada, South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt, Russia, and Turkey. Known for his hands-on approach, Shane actively engages with portfolio companies, offering mentorship and facilitating introductions to potential clients, partners, and investors. His leadership style emphasizes transparency, accountability, and the cultivation of high-performance teams capable of navigating complex market landscapes. Beyond his professional endeavors, Shane is deeply committed to humanitarian efforts, leading international initiatives aimed at education reform and economic development in underserved regions. He believes that true success is measured by the breadth of one's positive impact on society.