Doug Brien
Angel investor in Oakland
Oakland, California
Doug Brien, Angel investor in Oakland is an active investor based in Oakland, California. This profile covers what Doug Brien backs, at which stage, and how founders can reach out in 2026.
Mr. Doug Brien is a Co-Founder & serves as Chief Executive Officer at Mynd (Financial Software). He serves as a Board Member at BOSSCAT and BUILD. He also serves as Co-Chief Executive Officer, President & Board Member at Roofstock. He serves as a Board Member at New Avenue. He served as a Board Member at Mynd Property Management. He founded Mynd Management in 2016 with his close friend, Colin Wiel, after achieving great success together at Starwood Waypoint (NYSE: SWAY), formerly Waypoint Homes. He has been listed as one of the Goldman Sachs Top 100 Most Innovative Entrepreneurs and earned the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year. He is the former CEO of Starwood Waypoint (NYSE: SWAY) and received a BA from the University of California and an MBA from Tulane.
- Investor type
- Angel
- Stages
- Early Stage Venture
- Invests in
- SaaS & EnterpriseConsumer & RetailPropTech & Real EstateMarketplace
- Location
- Oakland, California
- Typical check
- $500K
- Past investments
- 2
Notable investments
withcoWaypoint Real Estate GroupHow to reach Doug Brien
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What does Doug Brien invest in?
Doug Brien invests in SaaS & Enterprise, Consumer & Retail, PropTech & Real Estate and Marketplace, typically at Early Stage Venture. Match your sector and stage, then reach out with a personalized pitch.
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Doug Brien typically invests at Early Stage Venture. Lead with traction that fits the stage when you reach out.
What is Doug Brien's typical check size?
Doug Brien typically writes checks around $500K. Use it as a signal for whether your raise fits their stage.
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